Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Brooklyn Manhole Explodes, Sends Flames Into Air
Imagine a manhole on the street suddenly bursting into a huge ball of fire!
That's what happened in Brooklyn.
A manhole cover blew off, sending flames high into the air, just missing a car.
People nearby ran away because it was so dangerous.
Firefighters and utility workers came to fix the problem.
It happened again nearby, not long after!
Luckily, no one was hurt, but it was very scary.
A manhole in Bushwick, Brooklyn, exploded, shooting flames into the air.
The incident was captured on video and widely shared on social media.
Several cars narrowly avoided being hit by the fire.
Con Edison workers and FDNY responded to the scene.
A second manhole fire occurred less than a mile away, about two hours later.
- Who
- Involved a manhole.
- What
- A manhole exploded, sending flames into the air.
- When
- The incidents occurred recently.
- Where
- Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York.
- Why
- The cause of the explosions is not specified.
Public Reaction
Community Reaction
Public Perception
Public Reaction
Some social media users expressed shock and concern about the incidents.
Community Reaction
Others made light of the situation with humor.
- Location
- Bushwick, Brooklyn
- Incident Type
- Manhole Explosion
- Injuries
- None reported
- Response
- FDNY, Con Edison crews
- Follow-up
- A second manhole fire occurred less than a mile away.
