Seven New York City firefighters were injured Wednesday night after a parked car suddenly erupted into a massive fireball while they battled a trash fire in the Bronx. The dramatic incident unfolded like a scene from an action movie 🎥💥, leaving five responders with burns to their hands and faces.
Officials confirmed three firefighters were hospitalized, but all injuries are non-life-threatening. The explosion occurred around 7 p.m. on November 5 as crews responded to reports of burning debris – a reminder of the unpredictable dangers first responders face daily 👨🚒👩🚒.
While the cause remains under investigation, the FDNY emphasized this serves as a wake-up call about fire risks in urban areas. As one firefighter told local media: "One minute it’s routine, the next – boom. That’s the job."
New Yorkers are sending waves of support 🫶 to the injured crew members through social media, with #FDNYHeroes trending across platforms. Stay tuned for updates as investigators piece together what triggered this fiery chain reaction 🔍.
