A gas explosion in the Bronx led to a partial collapse of a residential building within the Mitchel Houses complex, prompting emergency evacuations late Tuesday night.
According to officials, the blast caused significant structural damage to a section of the building, though no confirmed injuries have been reported at this time. Firefighters and emergency response teams arrived quickly on the scene, assisting residents in evacuating the premises and securing the surrounding area.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the explosion, with early indications pointing to a gas leak. Utility companies have also been called in to assess safety risks and restore essential services.
Residents of the Mitchel Houses, a public housing complex managed by the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), described the moment of the explosion as sudden and terrifying. “The whole building shook, and people rushed out in panic,” one tenant told local media.
City officials have assured that displaced families will receive temporary shelter and assistance until it is deemed safe to return to their homes. Structural engineers are conducting inspections to determine the stability of the remaining sections of the building.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about infrastructure safety in New York’s public housing complexes, where aging systems and maintenance delays have often been cited as pressing challenges.
