An explosion aboard the Hunts Point vessel, which carries raw sewage for treatment, resulted in the death of a 59-year-old city employee and injuries to another worker. The incident occurred near the North River wastewater treatment plant while maintenance involving sparks took place. Although the cause is under investigation, Mayor Eric Adams indicated no criminal intent is suspected. First responders faced decontamination after the blast scattered raw sewage on the boat's deck. The deceased was honored for his 33 years of dedicated service to New York City's environmental protection department.
The explosion on a city vessel carrying raw sewage killed a longtime city employee and injured another, raising concerns over safety practices during maintenance work.
The blast, occurring during work involving flame or sparks, spread raw sewage on the vessel, prompting decontamination efforts for firefighters and responders.
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