1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that also injured 36 people, officials say.
Summary
A fire and two explosions at a New York City shipyard caused one person to die and injured 36 others, mostly firefighters and emergency responders. The fire is still under control, and officials plan to investigate the cause of the blast.Key Facts
- One civilian died at the scene of the explosion and fire.
- Thirty-six people were injured, including many firefighters and first responders.
- The first explosion happened shortly after firefighters arrived around 3:30 p.m.
- A firefighter and a fire marshal inside the shipyard were seriously hurt by the second blast.
- The fire marshal had a fractured skull and minor bleeding in the brain but was stable.
- Over 200 firefighters were working to control the fire on Friday night.
- The shipyard is a metal structure formerly owned by the Bethlehem Steel Company.
- Officials will start a detailed investigation into the fire's cause once the situation is under control.
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