A massive vehicle explosion caught on camera rocked a parking lot in a major Washington, D.C. suburb Thursday. The fiery explosion was confirmed by Arlington Fire & EMS in Virginia, resulting from a BLEVE (boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion) caused by a ruptured fuel tank. The incident occurred in the Crystal City neighborhood of Arlington, roughly five miles south of D.C., according to photos posted by the Fire Department. The explosion charred at least three other vehicles in its vicinity.
Firefighters arrived on scene and quickly extinguished the fire, with no injuries to firefighters or the public. Fire Marshals have deemed the incident non-suspicious and are investigating the cause. The Fire Department also emphasized the importance of leaving car fires to professionals, advising people to get out, stay clear, and call for help.
The Arlington fire and police departments did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. The incident follows another major vehicle blaze in Arlington, Virginia, on June 29, when a delivery truck went up in flames. That fire, caused by a malfunctioning engine, resulted in no explosion and no packages being involved. These consecutive incidents highlight the importance of vehicle maintenance and safety procedures in preventing such accidents.