A boat caught fire near City Island in The Bronx, injuring nearly two dozen people, including one critically. The boat captain was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and reckless endangerment.
Key Points
Boat caught fire near City Island, injuring 22 people
Boat captain charged with driving while intoxicated and reckless endangerment
Rescue operation involved multiple units including Coast Guard, police, and fire department
Pros
Swift response from Marine 4 and other emergency units to rescue the victims
Ongoing investigation to determine the cause of the fire
Cons
22 people injured, one critically, in the boat fire incident