A quiet New York City street was transformed into a scene of chaos and terror when a parked car suddenly exploded into a raging inferno, sending thick black smoke pouring into the Manhattan sky.
Dramatic footage captured the terrifying moment the vehicle erupted in flames on West 95th Street, with the intensity of the blaze threatening nearby buildings and forcing emergency crews into rapid action.
Emergency Response in Manhattan
Firefighters and emergency services descended upon the Upper West Side location following reports of the explosion. Witnesses described hearing a loud bang before seeing the vehicle completely engulfed in fire.
"It happened so suddenly," one local resident reported. "One minute it was just a normal parked car, the next it was a ball of flames shooting into the air."
Street Closure and Safety Measures
The explosion prompted immediate street closures in the area as fire crews worked to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of local residents. The sheer volume of smoke created visible plumes that could be seen from several blocks away.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the explosion, though early reports suggest no serious injuries resulted from the dramatic incident.
