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Midtown Garage Blast Leaves One Critically Hurt as FDNY Probes Possible Generator Failure

The injured person was transported to NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell in critical condition.

Overview

  • FDNY responded just after 9 p.m. to reports of an explosion at 160 E. 53rd St. between Lexington and Third avenues.
  • Officials said the situation at the parking garage was placed under control around 9:30 p.m.
  • Investigators are examining a possible generator malfunction as a lead in determining the cause.
  • One person was hospitalized in critical condition following the incident, according to authorities.
  • Officials noted that further details were not immediately available as the investigation continues.