Explosion during car fire injures +5 FDNY firefighters
Shafaq News – New York
Seven firefighters were injured when an explosion erupted during a car fire response in the Bronx, according to the Fire Department of New York (FDNY).
FDNY confirmed on X that crews arrived at 955 Westchester Avenue late Wednesday to find multiple burning vehicles and trash piles.
On Wednesday night, FDNY members responded to multiple calls for a fire at 955 Westchester Avenue in the Bronx. Firefighters arrived to find multiple cars and rubbish piles on fire. While on scene, an explosion occurred injuring seven firefighters. “The explosion injured seven… pic.twitter.com/brDYPwupQa
— FDNY (@FDNY) November 6, 2025
Chief of Department John Esposito reported that five firefighters sustained burns to their hands and faces, with three hospitalized. He noted their injuries are serious but not life-threatening, and all remain alert and communicative.
Fire marshals are investigating the origin of both the fire and the explosion.
The explosion came just one day after Zohran K. Mamdani’s election as New York City’s first Muslim mayor.
