Cargo Tank Explosion at Shipyard Kills Worker, Injures Firefighter
3249 Richmond Ter
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Summary
- A cargo tank exploded in a Staten Island shipping yard, prompting a police response and the deployment of FDNY marine units. Hazardous materials, including ferrous sulfate and caustic soda, are present at the site.
- All workers have been accounted for at this time. It's unclear if they have been injured.
- Units have also transmitted a "second alarm", requesting additional personnel and equipment to the scene.
- Expect extensive traffic delays and a heavy first responder presence in the area.
Timeline
Per NBC News, two firefighters were also hurt.
Authorities have confirmed an employee was pronounced dead as a result of the explosion and subsequent fire.
Police have called a Level 1 Mobilization, requesting additional units to the scene.
Notify NYC issued the following alert - "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Richmond Terrace and Arlington Avenue in Staten Island. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."
Responders have not yet confirmed the exact material involved in the blaze.
It is unclear if any injuries have been found by responders deploying around the rising smoke column.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3249 Richmond Ter.
Per NBC News, two firefighters were also hurt.
Authorities have confirmed an employee was pronounced dead as a result of the explosion and subsequent fire.
Police have called a Level 1 Mobilization, requesting additional units to the scene.
Notify NYC issued the following alert - "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Richmond Terrace and Arlington Avenue in Staten Island. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."
Responders have not yet confirmed the exact material involved in the blaze.
It is unclear if any injuries have been found by responders deploying around the rising smoke column.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3249 Richmond Ter.
Per NBC News, two firefighters were also hurt.
Authorities have confirmed an employee was pronounced dead as a result of the explosion and subsequent fire.
Police have called a Level 1 Mobilization, requesting additional units to the scene.
Notify NYC issued the following alert - "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Richmond Terrace and Arlington Avenue in Staten Island. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."
Responders have not yet confirmed the exact material involved in the blaze.
It is unclear if any injuries have been found by responders deploying around the rising smoke column.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3249 Richmond Ter.
Per NBC News, two firefighters were also hurt.
Authorities have confirmed an employee was pronounced dead as a result of the explosion and subsequent fire.
Police have called a Level 1 Mobilization, requesting additional units to the scene.
Notify NYC issued the following alert - "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Richmond Terrace and Arlington Avenue in Staten Island. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."
Responders have not yet confirmed the exact material involved in the blaze.
It is unclear if any injuries have been found by responders deploying around the rising smoke column.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3249 Richmond Ter.
Per NBC News, two firefighters were also hurt.
Authorities have confirmed an employee was pronounced dead as a result of the explosion and subsequent fire.
Police have called a Level 1 Mobilization, requesting additional units to the scene.
Notify NYC issued the following alert - "Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Richmond Terrace and Arlington Avenue in Staten Island. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time."
Responders have not yet confirmed the exact material involved in the blaze.
It is unclear if any injuries have been found by responders deploying around the rising smoke column.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 3249 Richmond Ter.
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Someone died at this ship yard less than a year ago
Industrial companies and residential areas don’t mix. Should be separate. So dangerous
Yep definitely need to get rid of them homes since shipyards have been there longer
God Bless All The First Responders!
Poor firefighters Lord please protect them and others nearby 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Someone died at this ship yard less than a year ago
Industrial companies and residential areas don’t mix. Should be separate. So dangerous
Yep definitely need to get rid of them homes since shipyards have been there longer
God Bless All The First Responders!
Poor firefighters Lord please protect them and others nearby 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Someone died at this ship yard less than a year ago
Industrial companies and residential areas don’t mix. Should be separate. So dangerous
Yep definitely need to get rid of them homes since shipyards have been there longer
God Bless All The First Responders!
Poor firefighters Lord please protect them and others nearby 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Someone died at this ship yard less than a year ago
Industrial companies and residential areas don’t mix. Should be separate. So dangerous
Yep definitely need to get rid of them homes since shipyards have been there longer
God Bless All The First Responders!
Poor firefighters Lord please protect them and others nearby 🙏🏽🙏🏽
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Someone died at this ship yard less than a year ago
Industrial companies and residential areas don’t mix. Should be separate. So dangerous
Yep definitely need to get rid of them homes since shipyards have been there longer
God Bless All The First Responders!
Poor firefighters Lord please protect them and others nearby 🙏🏽🙏🏽