Seven Firefighters Hurt in Car Explosion, Fire Caused by Cigarette

FDNY officials determined a discarded cigarette butt sparked the trash fire that spread to a parked car’s gas tank, triggering the explosion. Investigators say the flames intensified when someone tried to douse the blaze with water.

FDNY Fire Marshals are conducting an investigation and will determine the cause of the blaze.

According to an article from NBC News, seven firefighters were injured after a car exploded on Wednesday night. Five of the injured firefighters suffered burns to the hands and face, and three were admitted to a hospital, per FDNY officials. None of the injuries are reported to be life-threatening.

An update from the New York Post says that six firefighters were hurt in the blast. The fire was brought under control around 8:19 p.m.

The extent of the injuries to the firefighters is unclear.

An update from ABC News indicates that at least five firefighters were injured.

Per a message from NotifyNYC: "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."

Citizen user video shows firefighters on the scene with smoke and flames billowing up from a burning car. Use caution or avoid the area.

A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at Westchester Ave & Fox St.

FDNY officials determined a discarded cigarette butt sparked the trash fire that spread to a parked car’s gas tank, triggering the explosion. Investigators say the flames intensified when someone tried to douse the blaze with water.

FDNY Fire Marshals are conducting an investigation and will determine the cause of the blaze.

According to an article from NBC News, seven firefighters were injured after a car exploded on Wednesday night. Five of the injured firefighters suffered burns to the hands and face, and three were admitted to a hospital, per FDNY officials. None of the injuries are reported to be life-threatening.

An update from the New York Post says that six firefighters were hurt in the blast. The fire was brought under control around 8:19 p.m.

The extent of the injuries to the firefighters is unclear.

An update from ABC News indicates that at least five firefighters were injured.

Per a message from NotifyNYC: "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."

Citizen user video shows firefighters on the scene with smoke and flames billowing up from a burning car. Use caution or avoid the area.

A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at Westchester Ave & Fox St.

FDNY officials determined a discarded cigarette butt sparked the trash fire that spread to a parked car’s gas tank, triggering the explosion. Investigators say the flames intensified when someone tried to douse the blaze with water.

FDNY Fire Marshals are conducting an investigation and will determine the cause of the blaze.

According to an article from NBC News, seven firefighters were injured after a car exploded on Wednesday night. Five of the injured firefighters suffered burns to the hands and face, and three were admitted to a hospital, per FDNY officials. None of the injuries are reported to be life-threatening.

An update from the New York Post says that six firefighters were hurt in the blast. The fire was brought under control around 8:19 p.m.

The extent of the injuries to the firefighters is unclear.

An update from ABC News indicates that at least five firefighters were injured.

Per a message from NotifyNYC: "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."

Citizen user video shows firefighters on the scene with smoke and flames billowing up from a burning car. Use caution or avoid the area.

A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at Westchester Ave & Fox St.

FDNY officials determined a discarded cigarette butt sparked the trash fire that spread to a parked car’s gas tank, triggering the explosion. Investigators say the flames intensified when someone tried to douse the blaze with water.

FDNY Fire Marshals are conducting an investigation and will determine the cause of the blaze.

According to an article from NBC News, seven firefighters were injured after a car exploded on Wednesday night. Five of the injured firefighters suffered burns to the hands and face, and three were admitted to a hospital, per FDNY officials. None of the injuries are reported to be life-threatening.

An update from the New York Post says that six firefighters were hurt in the blast. The fire was brought under control around 8:19 p.m.

The extent of the injuries to the firefighters is unclear.

An update from ABC News indicates that at least five firefighters were injured.

Per a message from NotifyNYC: "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."

Citizen user video shows firefighters on the scene with smoke and flames billowing up from a burning car. Use caution or avoid the area.

A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at Westchester Ave & Fox St.

FDNY officials determined a discarded cigarette butt sparked the trash fire that spread to a parked car’s gas tank, triggering the explosion. Investigators say the flames intensified when someone tried to douse the blaze with water.

FDNY Fire Marshals are conducting an investigation and will determine the cause of the blaze.

According to an article from NBC News, seven firefighters were injured after a car exploded on Wednesday night. Five of the injured firefighters suffered burns to the hands and face, and three were admitted to a hospital, per FDNY officials. None of the injuries are reported to be life-threatening.

An update from the New York Post says that six firefighters were hurt in the blast. The fire was brought under control around 8:19 p.m.

The extent of the injuries to the firefighters is unclear.

An update from ABC News indicates that at least five firefighters were injured.

Per a message from NotifyNYC: "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."

Citizen user video shows firefighters on the scene with smoke and flames billowing up from a burning car. Use caution or avoid the area.

A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at Westchester Ave & Fox St.