Multiple People Injured In Bronx Car Fire and Explosion on Westchester Avenue

Seven Firefighters Injured in Bronx Car Explosion Between Intervale Avenue and Kelly Street

BRONX, NEW YORK (November 24, 2025) – At least seven firefighters were injured in a Bronx car explosion on a sidewalk between Intervale Avenue and Kelly Street.

New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 7 PM on Wednesday. Firefighters were called to the scene of a vehicle that was on fire.

They began working to put out the fire when there was some sort of explosion. The force of the blast sent debris in all directions. Multiple firefighters were admitted to Jacoby Hospital to receive treatment for burn injuries.

A full investigation into the cause of the vehicle explosion remains ongoing at this time.

Liability for Bronx Apartment Vehicle Fires

Vehicle fires may seem like a freak occurrence. But these events are actually quite common. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “Vehicle fires in the US accounted for approximately 16 percent of the total reported fire incidents from 2018–2022. These fires are estimated to have caused more civilian deaths than nonresidential structure fires and residential apartment fires.” It is important that certain actions are taken after any car fire.

• Victims should seek a medical evaluation as soon as possible.
• Victims should preserve as much evidence as possible. They should take photos of the accident site.
• Victims should seek the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney.

Depending on the facts of any case, there could be numerous liable parties for any accident where a vehicle explodes. This includes the manufacturer of the vehicle. The company that manufactured a vehicle may be liable if a vehicle explosion was caused by some type of design defect. The victims of vehicle fires may be able to seek some measure of accountability and justice through a personal injury claim. A personal injury attorney can examine the facts of your case and let you know how much compensation you may be entitled to.

Investigating Bronx Vehicle Fires

We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all of the people who were injured in this Bronx vehicle fire. It is our hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. There needs to be a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire in the first place.

Have you or someone you care about been injured in a Bronx vehicle fire? There are a number of laws designed to protect your rights. Our team of New York City personal injury attorneys is here to assist you in any way that we can. We are committed to helping victims understand their rights and holding negligent parties accountable for their wrongful conduct. You can reach out to our legal practice anytime at (516) 908-9792.