Event Summary

Narrative

Explosion near Gramercy Park; two steam workers and one resident killed; 200 residents evacuated from their building due to the release of asbestos

Description

Hazard Event Type

Other

Critical Issues

Start Time

8/19/1989 12:00 AM

End Time

8/20/1989 12:00 AM

Media Links

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Activations

NYCEM Plans Activated

0

Emergency Operation Center

No

Safety

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Injuries

0

Fatalities

0