A fiery van explosion rocked the Bronx, New York City, Wednesday night, sending a massive fireball into the sky and injuring multiple FDNY firefighters. The explosion, which occurred near Fox Street and Westchester Avenue around 7:13 p.m., reportedly originated from a vehicle caught on camera bursting into flames with a dramatic explosion that sent debris and smoke several stories into the air.
Multiple firefighters were injured during the incident, with preliminary reports from the New York Post indicating that six FDNY responders were transported to local hospitals in stable condition. However, a police spokesperson told Fox News Digital that three firefighters were confirmed to be hospitalized, with the situation being assessed for further details.
The incident, which was confirmed as an ongoing investigation, was captured on video by social media users, showing flames erupting from what appeared to be a white commercial van moments before a violent explosion lit up the night sky with flames and electrical sparks. The fire was reportedly brought under control by 8:19 p.m., with authorities continuing to investigate the cause of the explosion.
As the emergency services worked to contain the situation, the New York City Fire Department remained on the scene, with officials expressing concern over the potential impact of the explosion on the local community and nearby businesses. Further updates are expected as firefighters continue to assess the damage and determine the exact cause of the incident.