Fire and Explosion at Staten Island Shipyard: Updates on Injured Firefighters and Potential Worker Trapped
A fire and explosion occurred on a barge at a Staten Island shipyard, resulting in injuries to three firefighters. Two of the firefighters sustained serious injuries, according to the FDNY. There is a possibility that a worker is still trapped inside the location. The injured firefighters and a civilian were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The incident took place at the shipyard on Richmond Terrace between Lockman and Andros Avenues around 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The fire escalated to two alarms, and an explosion was reported at approximately 4:20 p.m. Hazmat, Department of Buildings, and the Department of Environmental Protection have been dispatched to the scene. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.