Trending Now - Massive Car Explosion Lights up Lower Manhattan Near Charging Bull
WHO:
NY Post - Witnesses were filming the incident on their cellphones.
WHAT:
ABC News - A plume of smoke was reported to rise into the air following the explosion.
BBC News - Viral footage shows flames and thick black smoke enveloping the street in New York.
The Source - The explosion sent pedestrians fleeing from the scene.
CBS News US - A hybrid car was involved in the explosion.
NY Post - A vehicle exploded in a massive fireball.
TMZ - The explosion occurred when a car burst into flames, creating thick black smoke.
WHERE:
NY Post - The explosion took place near Wall Street’s Charging Bull statue in Lower Manhattan.
TMZ - The incident occurred in the Wall Street district of Lower Manhattan.
WHEN:
TMZ - The explosion happened Tuesday evening.
HOW:
TMZ - Video footage captured the moment the vehicle erupted into flames and subsequently exploded.
(UPDATED May 21, 2026 16:10 UTC)
A significant explosion has been reported in New York, with a plume of smoke rising into the air. Viral footage from the scene shows flames and thick black smoke enveloping the street. Emergency services are responding to the situation as details continue to emerge.
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(UPDATED May 21, 2026 12:00 UTC)
An explosion occurred, sending pedestrians fleeing from the scene. Eyewitnesses reported chaos as people scrambled to safety in the aftermath of the blast. Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine the cause and any potential threats.
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(UPDATED May 21, 2026 01:39 UTC)
A hybrid car was involved in an explosion that has captured national attention. Details surrounding the incident are still emerging, and authorities are investigating the circumstances leading up to the explosion. CBS News is closely following the story and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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(UPDATED May 20, 2026 16:12 UTC)
A vehicle exploded in a massive fireball near Wall Street’s Charging Bull statue in Lower Manhattan, creating thick black smoke that filled the area. Witnesses captured the dramatic moment on their cellphones, as video footage showed the car bursting into flames before the explosion occurred. The incident took place Tuesday evening, leaving onlookers in shock as they recorded the scene unfolding before them.