Overview

• The incident occurred at the 191st Street subway station in Manhattan around 12:50 PM on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
• A piece of equipment struck the third rail, causing sparks and heavy smoke, but no active fire was reported, according to the FDNY.
• Eighteen people suffered minor injuries, primarily from smoke inhalation, with 16 transported to local hospitals and two declining treatment.
• The smoke was cleared within an hour, but subway service on the 1 line between 145th and 215th streets was disrupted, with delays and alternative travel options provided.
• Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, and the MTA has replaced the damaged rail at the station.