1 Dead In New York Sewage-Boat Explosion On Hudson River
Tragedy struck on the Hudson River in New York City as an explosion on a boat carrying raw sewage took the life of a dedicated city employee over the weekend.
The incident occurred near the North River Wastewater Treatment Plant, where a city-owned vessel, operated by workers from the Hunts Point facility, was involved in a fatal blast around 10:30 a.m. A second worker sustained injuries and was rushed to the hospital, while a third worker declined medical attention, according to city Fire Department officials.
An investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing, with New York City Mayor Eric Adams stating that foul play is not suspected. The U.S. Coast Guard revealed that the men on the boat were conducting work that involved flames or sparks at the time of the explosion.
Tragically, a 59-year-old man was found unconscious in the river by first responders and was pronounced dead at the scene, a devastating loss for the city’s Department of Environmental Protection where he had dedicated 33 years of service. The mayor expressed condolences to the man’s loved ones and colleagues.
The explosion resulted in raw sewage being scattered across the boat’s deck, requiring decontamination efforts for firefighters and emergency personnel. Fortunately, there were no reported environmental impacts from the incident, as confirmed by DEP officials.
Update: Authorities have clarified that only one injured worker was taken to the hospital, not two as previously stated.
