NYC Subway Chaos: Smoke Fills Station, 9 Injured After Object Hits Third Rail
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NYC Subway Chaos: Smoke Fills Station, 9 Injured After Object Hits Third Rail

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Summary:

  • Nine people suffered minor injuries from smoke inhalation at the 191st Street subway station in Manhattan.

  • An unknown object made contact with the third rail, causing sparks and a heavy smoke condition.

  • The incident led to significant delays on the 1 train line.

  • The damaged tracks required repairs, including rail replacement.

  • Authorities are investigating the incident, though foul play is not suspected.

NYC Subway Station Smoke Incident: 9 Injured

On Tuesday afternoon, a concerning incident unfolded at the 191st Street subway station in Manhattan. A piece of equipment struck the third rail, causing sparks and filling the station with heavy smoke. This resulted in nine people suffering minor injuries, primarily from smoke inhalation.

A train at a subway station in New York City.

FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Mike Woods reported that while the situation was quickly brought under control, some passengers required medical attention. Some were transported to area hospitals, while others declined treatment.

The incident caused significant delays on the 1 train line. Damage to the tracks necessitated repairs, including replacement of the affected rail section. The investigation into the cause remains ongoing, although authorities do not suspect foul play.

Investigation Underway

The investigation is considered complex due to the station's depth. The FDNY has handed the investigation to transit personnel to determine exactly what happened and to make the necessary repairs. The MTA is investigating what equipment caused the incident and also reports delays on parts of the 1 train line.

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