Deadly Sewage Vessel Explosion on Hudson River Kills NYC DEP Worker

Deadly Vessel Explosion on Hudson River

• 💥 An explosion occurred on a New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) ship carrying raw sewage on the Hudson River.
• 🌊 The force of the blast was so powerful that sewage was propelled onto a nearby dock.
• 💥 A driver in the area reported feeling the ground shake and hearing a loud boom.

Casualties and Response

• 💔 Sadly, one City Water employee died as a result of the explosion.
• ⚠️ The employee who died was reportedly blown between the pier and the vessel.
• 🤕 Two DEP employees were injured in the incident.
• 📞 The incident occurred around 10:30 AM on a Saturday morning, with emergency services being called to the Hudson River.

Investigation and Aftermath

• 🔍 Officials state there is no suspicion of a crime at this time.
• 🏢 The North River wastewater resource recovery facility itself was not impacted by the explosion.
• 😔 The DEP is grieving the loss of a dedicated member of the Bureau of Wastewater Treatment, who had 33 years of service to New York City.
• 📰 The explosion remains under investigation, with updates to be provided by CBS News New York.