**Bronx Explosion Injures Seven NYC Firefighters; Investigation Underway**
A massive explosion erupted in the Bronx on Wednesday evening, injuring at least seven New York City firefighters and sending several to the hospital, some with severe burns. Officials report that the blast appeared to have originated from a vehicle, although the exact cause remains under investigation.
The explosion occurred around 7 p.m. in the Bronx borough of New York City. Witnesses described a powerful blast that shook the area, setting off a large fire that quickly spread across several vehicles and debris along the street.
“There was a lot of garbage and debris on the sidewalk that was on fire. There were a couple of cars on fire. And shortly after we arrived on the scene, there was some sort of explosion, a large fireball,” said Chief of Department John Esposito at a news conference late Wednesday.
The FDNY confirmed that seven firefighters were injured while responding to the emergency. Three were taken to Jacobi Hospital with severe burns, while four others sustained minor injuries. Five of the firefighters suffered burns to their hands and faces. “The burns are considered serious, but not life-threatening,” Esposito said, adding that the firefighters are “awake, alert and speaking.”
Dr. Sheldon Temperman of Jacobi Hospital said he was “worried” but expects the first responders to recover from their injuries.
The explosion and subsequent fire lit up the night sky as emergency crews worked to contain the blaze. The fire was brought under control by 8:17 p.m., according to FDNY officials.
Authorities have not yet determined whether the detonation was intentional or accidental. Given the size of the blast, multiple agencies—including a hazmat team, the Bureau of Fire Investigation, and the Bureau of Fire Prevention—are conducting a joint investigation.
FDNY later released an official statement confirming the details shared at the press briefing:
> “The explosion injured seven firefighters, five of them with burns to the hands and the face. Three of them are being admitted. The burns are considered serious, but non-life threatening. Our firefighters are awake, alert and speaking, but they have some serious burns, and we’ll be praying for them. With quick action by our Emergency Medical Service, they were transported to Jacobi Hospital, where they were given great care by Jacobi Hospital emergency personnel in the trauma and burn center,” Esposito said.
While the cause of the explosion remains unclear, investigators are examining whether flammable materials in or around the vehicle could have contributed to the incident. Officials have not disclosed whether foul play is suspected.
No fatalities have been reported, and all firefighters are expected to recover. The area surrounding the explosion site remained closed late Wednesday as fire marshals and investigators continued their work. The FDNY urged the public to avoid the area and allow emergency personnel to conduct their operations safely.
Further updates are expected once investigators determine the source of the blast. As of late Wednesday night, the situation remained under investigation by city fire officials and law enforcement agencies.
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