A terrifying car explosion in the Bronx on Wednesday evening left five New York City firefighters injured. The blast occurred around 7 pm at 955 Westchester Avenue, close to Intervale Avenue and Kelly Street, igniting a massive fireball visible across the area. Fire crews had been dispatched to manage a car and rubbish fire when the explosion happened. The five injured firefighters were promptly transported to Jacobi Hospital. While official updates are awaited, sources suggest at least one firefighter sustained significant facial burns. The sheer force of the explosion was documented in viral videos, showcasing an immense and sudden eruption of fire. Eyewitnesses described the blast as shaking nearby buildings and expressed their concern for the safety of the first responders. Authorities are actively investigating the cause of this dangerous explosion, which took place during ongoing firefighting operations. The focus remains on determining the origin of the initial fire and the factors leading to the subsequent blast.
