NEW YORK - A house exploded overnight in the Cypress Hills section of Brooklyn sending a massive fireball into the street.
A large fire ensued.At least six people were injured after the explosion and fire at 58 Vermont Street, said the FDNY. Two people were home when the explosion occurred in the basement just after midnight.
They were able to escape.More than 130 firefighters responded to the blaze that spread to adjoining buildings and around to Jamaica Avenue.Several buildings in the area were evacuated.Get breaking news alerts in the free FOX5NY News app! | Sign up for FOX 5 email newslettersVideo of the powerful explosion shows a massive ball of fire shoot from the building into the street.