Amazing footage has revealed a forklift exploding in darkness at Epping’s fruit and vegetable market in Melbourne.

The incident occurred on Thursday morning, and was recorded on a phone using the SnapChat app.

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The video shows a small fire suddenly accelerate into a full-blown explosion in the quiet market area.

Radio show The Rumour File on 3AW confirmed the story after obtaining footage. No one sustained any injuries.

Watch the video below