Staten Island fire: At least 16 people injured after explosion in shipyard
ABC7 New York • • nation
Key Points:
- An explosion and fire at a Staten Island shipyard injured at least 16 people, including firefighters, with several sustaining serious injuries.
- The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. at 3075 Richmond Terrace, where workers were trapped and a fire broke out in a confined space near a dry dock.
- Firefighters were actively fighting the fire when a major explosion happened around 4:20 p.m., prompting multiple mayday calls; all firefighters have since been located and are receiving treatment.
- A civilian worker is among the most severely injured, and police indicate that one worker may still be unaccounted for.
- Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the fire and explosion and have urged drivers to avoid the area due to ongoing road closures.