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Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Yahoo
NYC sewage boat explosion in Hudson River kills 1 city worker, injures 2 others
A New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) worker is dead, and two others were injured after a raw sewage boat exploded Saturday in the Hudson River. Just after 10:30 a.m. the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) received a report of an explosion aboard the city-owned vessel, Hunts Point. When crews arrived, they found a large explosion had occurred in one of the holds on the tank, FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief David Simms said. New Aerial Video Captures Police, Dive Team Response To Fatal Hudson River Helicopter Crash The vessel is used to transport raw sewage from New York City to a sewage treatment plant, Simms said. Though two employees survived, a third employee died after being "blown by a force explosion in between the pier and the vessel itself," according to officials. Read On The Fox News App FDNY tried to use a "technical extrication" to free the employee, but the employee died. First Responders Race To Helicopter Crash In Hudson River: Nypd The DEP confirmed the employee who died was working on the vessel, which was docked at the North River Wastewater Resource Recovery Facility in West Harlem. One employee who was injured was taken to a hospital. Another employee refused medical treatment, according to officials. The hospitalized employee's condition is unknown. Us Coast Guard, New York First Responders Searching For Missing Person After Boat Capsized With Six Passengers Due to the nature of the explosion, there was raw sewage on the ship's deck, and all responding FDNY personnel were decontaminated. "At this incident, we used an all-hands assignment, which was three engines, two ladder companies and a chief," Simms said. "We had four units from our marine division, a hazmat battalion and our safety battalion." Officials would not say if the explosion was an accident, noting the cause is under investigation by the Bureau of Fire Investigation. Fiery Boat Explosion In Florida Marina Leaves One Dead, Several Injured "The entire DEP family is grieving today," said DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala. "Our employee who lost his life had served the Department and the City with dedication for 33 years." "He was a valued and experienced member of the Bureau of Wastewater Treatment, and his decades of service reflect his commitment to DEP's mission," Aggarwala continued. Plant operations were not affected and there did not appear to be any environmental damage, NYC Water posted on article source: NYC sewage boat explosion in Hudson River kills 1 city worker, injures 2 others
Daily Mirror
24-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
One dead and two injured after sewage boat explodes on river
The fatal explosion occured just a week after a Mexican Navy vessel collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in the deaths of two crew members and injuring nearly twenty others One man has died after an explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage that was docked on the Hudson River in New York City on Saturday morning, authorities said. The tragic explosion just off Henry Hudson Parkway near 138th Street, resulted in one fatality and left two others with injuries. The incident unfolded around 10:30am on Saturday aboard the New York City-owned motor vessel "Hunts Point", city Fire Department Deputy Assistant Chief David Simms said at a news conference. The men on the boat were doing work involving a flame or sparks when the explosion occurred, the U.S. Coast Guard said on social media. On arrival, FDNY crews were met with the aftermath of a substantial blast in the ship's hull. The boat takes raw sewage to be treated, Simms said. The explosion happened near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant. First responders answering a 911 call found a 59-year-old man unconscious in the river, and he was declared dead at the scene, New York police said. His name has not been released, but the New York City Department of Environmental Protection said the man had worked for the agency for 33 years. DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala described the man in a statement as "a valued and experienced member' of the agency. The blast spread raw sewage over the deck of the boat, and firefighters and other first responders had to be decontaminated, Simms said. DEP said there did not appear to be any environmental impacts following the explosion, reports the Mirror US. The barge, operated by the Department of Environmental Protection, was transferring untreated sewage to a treatment establishment when the explosion happened. Hazardous material units were called in to cleanse the craft, assess methane gas levels, and manage sludge and oil spills in the river. Despite the horrific circumstances, Mayor Eric Adams announced that no criminal activity was suspected, and that the facility remained unaffected by the event. "This devoted public servant gave 33 years of service to New York City, and our hearts go out to his family, friends, and colleagues during this painful time," Adams remarked about the employee who passed away. He further noted: "We are committed to fully supporting an investigation and ensuring that every possible measure is taken to prevent such tragedies in the future." The Bureau of Fire Investigation is on the case to find out what caused the explosion. The U.S. Coast Guard for NYC and the Tri-State area hinted on social media that the blast was "reportedly linked to hot work aboard a docked boat. The deadly explosion happened just one week after a Mexican Navy vessel smashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, causing the deaths of two sailors and injuring close to twenty other people.
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Hudson River sewage-boat explosion kills one, critically injures another
One man died Saturday morning after an explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage that was docked on the Hudson River in New York City, authorities said. Another worker on the city-owned Hunts Point was hurt and taken to the hospital after the blast around 10:30 am, city Fire Department Deputy Assistant Chief David Simms said at a news conference. A third worker refused medical treatment. The cause of the explosion was under investigation. The men on the boat were doing work involving a flame or sparks when the explosion occurred, the US Coast Guard said on social media. Also Read | Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: Who's in it and how will they be honoured on Memorial Day? The boat takes raw sewage to be treated, Simms said. The explosion happened near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant. First responders answering a 911 call found a 59-year-old man unconscious in the river, and he was declared dead at the scene, New York police said. His name has not been released, but the New York City Department of Environmental Protection said the man had worked for the agency for 33 years. DEP Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala described the man in a statement as "a valued and experienced member' of the agency. Also Read | What we know about the plane crash that killed 6, including alternative music executive Dave Shapiro The blast spread raw sewage over the deck of the boat, and firefighters and other first responders had to be decontaminated, Simms said. DEP said there did not appear to be any environmental impacts following the explosion.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Restaurant on Dauphin Island quickly reopens after storm damage
DAUPHIN ISLAND, Ala. (WKRG) – A popular Dauphin Island restaurant is back in business just days after severe weather pounded the area. The owner of Capt'n Snapper's Marina Bar & Grill says a community effort got him back open sooner than he could have expected. This is the first restaurant you drive past when you get on the island. For comparison sake–damage from Hurricane Sally kept them closed for a week–with this storm, they were only closed for a day and a the side of the building, you can see where they put up a temporary wall behind the morning, the storm tore a hole in the side of the building and knocked over an air conditioner. In the kitchen the storm also knocked the ceiling apart and left a lot of debris. Today the kitchen is cleaned up and the ceiling is secure. Owner David Simms said at first he cancelled their Mother's day special–but thanks to loyal customers and people from the community, they worked at a breakneck pace to get the restaurant reopened for Sunday's special dinner service. 'It was great. You know, it's a community deal down here on the island. It's a small place. And we were very proud and thankful that they all got here and we worked together to get it done,' said owner David Simms. These repairs are temporary, and Simms says they'll eventually have to close for a short time again to get permanent repairs in places. For now, he's grateful to be back open in time for the tourist season to pick up the pace. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
