2026-02-18 04:11 PM IST
An explosion ripped through the basement of Abundant Life Fellowship Church in Boonville, triggering panic, chaos, and a massive emergency response as authorities race to determine what caused the devastating blast. According to officials from the New York State Police, emergency crews were dispatched around 10:23 AM following reports of a strong gas odor inside the church premises in Oneida County. In total, five victims were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care. Hospital officials have confirmed that all five remain in critical but stable condition, highlighting the severity of the incident. WATCH