Investigators Look Into Staten Island Blasts That Killed Shipyard Worker
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- A dock under construction at May Ship Repair Contracting Corporation caught fire before two explosions on Friday, resulting in one death and multiple injuries.
- The deceased was identified as a subcontractor with a family, and the company expressed condolences and cooperation with authorities.
- The shipyard, a small family-owned business with fewer than 50 employees, has been operating the dock construction for nine months without prior incidents.
- Fire and Police Departments are investigating the explosions, with the company emphasizing safety as their top priority.
- The company followed safety protocols immediately after the explosion and continues to assist in the ongoing investigation.