Event Summary

Narrative

Steam pipe explosion near Washington Square Park near NYU Bobst Library; explosion scatters debris; releases asbestos in the air

Description

Hazard Event Type

Other

Critical Issues

Start Time

8/31/2000 12:00 AM

End Time

9/1/2000 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