On Saturday, an explosion occurred on a city-owned boat transporting raw sewage on the Hudson River in New York City, resulting in the death of a longtime city employee and injuries to another. The incident took place around 10:30 a.m. near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant, according to Deputy Assistant Chief David Simms of the city Fire Department. A third crew member declined medical assistance.
The U.S. Coast Guard noted that the workers were using equipment involving flames or sparks at the time of the explosion. While the cause of the blast remains under investigation, Mayor Eric Adams stated that there is no suspicion of criminal intent. When first responders arrived, they found a 59-year-old man unconscious in the river; he was later pronounced dead at the scene. The victim, a dedicated employee of the city’s Department of Environmental Protection for 33 years, was described by the mayor as a devoted public servant whose loss will be deeply felt by his family, friends, and colleagues.
Following the explosion, raw sewage was dispersed across the boat’s deck, necessitating decontamination procedures for firefighters and other responders at the scene. Fortunately, the Department of Environmental Protection confirmed that there appeared to be no significant environmental consequences from the incident. The incident has sparked a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the explosion and ensure the safety of future operations.
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