YONKERS, Westchester County (WABC) -- The mystery behind what caused a small explosion in Yonkers on New Year's Day is now solved.
Police say it turned out to be a large firework that had been placed in a trash can. The device went off in a parking lot along Saw Mill Road around 9:30 Sunday morning. Surrounding roads were closed until investigators could properly identify it.
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No injuries were reported, and there was no property damage.
Police say they are still not sure if the incident was meant to be a prank.