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WATCH: Car catches fire and explodes in Lower Manhattan

A car caught fire and exploded Tuesday in Lower Manhattan, sending a plume of smoke into the air near New York City's famous Charging Bull statue.

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Car catches fire and explodes in Lower Manhattan

A car caught fire and exploded Tuesday in Lower Manhattan, sending a plume of smoke into the air near New York City's famous Charging Bull statue.

May 20, 2026

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WATCH: Car catches fire and explodes in Lower Manhattan

Car catches fire and explodes in Lower Manhattan

A car caught fire and exploded Tuesday in Lower Manhattan, sending a plume of smoke into the air near New York City's famous Charging Bull statue.

May 20, 2026

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