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Explosion Rocks New York As Thick Black Smoke Blankets Manhattan Neighborhood

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A major explosion on Manhattan’s Upper East Side caused a large fire near East 95th Street and 2nd Avenue.

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Explosion in Manhattan’s Upper East Side causes fire and thick smoke. (Image Credit: X)

Explosion in Manhattan’s Upper East Side causes fire and thick smoke. (Image Credit: X)

A major explosion shook Manhattan’s Upper East Side on Friday morning, sending thick plumes of smoke into the New York City skyline.

The blast sparked a large fire near East 95th Street and 2nd Avenue around 10 a.m., prompting an emergency response from fire crews and police.

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