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MTA Car Catches Fire, Explodes Near NYC's Charging Bull

The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.

No injuries were reported from the incident. (Peter Senzamici/Patch)

NEW YORK CITY — An MTA car caught fire and explored in Lower Manhattan near the Charging Bull Tuesday evening.

Police and firefighters responded to the scene around 5:40 p.m. near the corner of Broadway and Stone Street, the FDNY said.

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Video from social media show the car engulfed in flames before exploding, sending black smoke into the air.

The fire was put under control shortly before 7 p.m.

An Instagram post showed the aftermath of the blaze detailing the charred remains of the car.

No injuries were reported from the incident. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.

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