NEW YORK: An explosion rocked the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan and injured at least 25 people on Saturday, the New York City Fire Department said, prompting emergency personnel to swarm one of the most bustling areas of the city on a cool evening.A law enforcement source said an initial investigation suggested the explosion occurred in a dumpster but the cause was still undetermined. No injuries were reported in that blast, which authorities believe was a deliberate act.At least three people were seen being taken away from the scene of the Chelsea blast in ambulances, but the severity of their injuries was not immediately clear. He said no fatalities were reported.The explosion, described by one neighbor as "deafening," happened outside the Associated Blind Housing facility at 135 W. 23rd Street. "Pictures on my wall fell, the window curtain came flying as if there was a big gush of wind. "New York City Police issued a bulletin advising motorists in the area that they should "expect extensive traffic delays and emergency personnel in the area of 23rd Street and 7th Avenue" due to police activity there and asking the public to avoid the area.

Source: Times of India September 18, 2016 02:30 UTC