1 person died, 36 injured after blast at New York City shipyard, officials say
A fire and two explosions at a New York City shipyard resulted in one death and 36 injuries, primarily among first responders. The incident occurred while firefighters were attempting to rescue trapped workers, leading to serious injuries from the blasts. An investigation into the cause of the fire is set to begin as the situation remains under control with over 200 firefighters on site.
- ▪One person died at the scene and 36 others were injured, mostly firefighters and first responders.
- ▪A second explosion occurred while rescuers were inside the structure, causing additional injuries.
- ▪The fire was still burning but under control, with over 200 firefighters present at the scene.
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- ▪ Blast at New York City shipyard: 1 killed, at least 36 injured — Times of India — Top
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 21:16:49 -0400 |
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National 1 person died, 36 injured after blast at New York City shipyard, officials say May 22, 20269:16 PM ET By The Associated Press NEW YORK — One person has died after a fire and two explosions Friday at a New York City shipyard, officials say. Officials said 36 people were injured, most of them firefighters and other first responders, and one civilian died at the scene. A firefighter and a fire marshal were inside the structure when a second explosion happened, and both were seriously injured by the shock wave from the blast. A blast at a shipyard on New York's Staten Island Friday injured several people, fire officials say. Kevin S. Vineys/AP hide caption toggle caption Kevin S.
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