Sept. 15, 2013 By Christian Murray
A parked car erupted into flames on 40th Street this morning at around 6:00 am.
Residents were woken by loud popping sounds and exploding glass when a parked SUV at 43-28 40th Street was in flames.
Firefighters arrived on the scene at 6:02 am and quickly put out fire, according to the FDNY. There were no injuries and the cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
The police press office had no information on the incident.
The vehicle was parked in front of a fire hydrant, which is also an alleyway to an area behind the building.
The SUV has been removed from the scene.
Charred Street (Photo: QueensPost)
