Natural gas meant for residential use is supposed to cause a stink before it causes an explosion like the one that destroyed two buildings in East Harlem on Wednesday. The gas, which is naturally odorless, is infused with mercaptan, a chemical compound
Flames rise following an explosion and building collapse at East 116th Street and Park Avenue in Harlem on March 12, 2014. (credit: Image via CBS 2). Harlem Explosion. People are treated on the scene of an explosion at 116th Street and Park Avenue in
Harlem Explosion — 7 Dead. “This is a tragedy of the worst kind because there was no indication in time to save people,” mayor Bill de Blasio said in a press conference, adding that the search “will take quite a bit of time.”.
Flames rise following an explosion and building collapse at East 116th Street and Park Avenue in Harlem on March 12, 2014. (credit: Image via CBS 2). Harlem Explosion. People are treated on the scene of an explosion at 116th Street and Park Avenue in
The M.T.A. said Metro-North Railroad service into and out of Grand Central Terminal has been restored. Service was suspended earlier after two buildings collapsed from an explosion in East Harlem.