On May 22, 2026, a major explosion occurred at a dockyard on Staten Island, New York, injuring 16 people, including 13 firefighters, according to the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). The incident took place at a facility near the Arthur Kill waterway, and no fatalities have been reported.
The explosion, which witnesses described as a loud blast, prompted a large emergency response. FDNY officials stated that the injured firefighters were among those responding to a fire at the site when the explosion happened. All injured were transported to local hospitals, with injuries ranging from minor to serious, but none were life-threatening.
The cause of the explosion is under investigation by the FDNY and the New York Police Department (NYPD). Preliminary reports suggest it may have been related to industrial equipment or materials at the dockyard. The facility is used for ship repair and storage.
Local residents reported feeling the blast from several blocks away. The area was cordoned off as investigators worked to determine the origin of the explosion. The FDNY has not released further details pending the investigation.
