FDNY firefighters scramble to Roosevelt Island after mysterious reports
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FDNY firefighters scramble to Roosevelt Island after mysterious reports
Tram The Roosevelt Island Tramway provides the most modern aerial tramway in the world, running every 7-15 minutes from 59th Street and Second Avenue in Manhattan to Tramway Plaza on Roosevelt Island.
Roosevelt Island 'explosions' Fire crews rush across city after
History The original Roosevelt Island aerial tramway - the first tram in the country to be used for urban transportation - was opened in May 1976. The New Tram The Roosevelt Island Tram is once again the most modern urban aerial tramway system in the world; as it had been when first installed in 1976. Benefits of Modernization Project
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Roosevelt Island is a small island in the East River. It is a place where about 16,000 people work and live. Views of Manhattan On Roosevelt Island, you can take a wonderful (and quiet) walk. If you want to do this, then walk to the river and then left. There are many benches and a nice view of Manhattan. Perfect for relaxation.
‘Possible explosion’ on Roosevelt Island reported, prompts FDNY response
The minor tremor struck early Tuesday morning, rattling residents in northwest Queens and Manhattan — and causing power disruptions on nearby Roosevelt Island. The U.S. Geological Survey.
Update Small explosions cause power outages on Roosevelt Island
A few buildings just south of the Roosevelt Island Bridge and Tram were experiencing power outages, Roosevelt Island residents told New York ABC station WABC.
Roosevelt Island Tram reflected into into nearby glass building
It was believed to be activity coming from the 500 block of Main Street, south of the Roosevelt Island Tramway. Numerous FDNY units showed up to investigate. Gas and electric utility Con Edison.
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1.7 magnitude earthquake near Astoria suspected of causing buildings to shake on Roosevelt Island 03:02. NEW YORK -- What residents said felt like a series of small explosions rattled New Yorkers.
Magnitude 1.7 Earthquake Strikes Queens Before Tremors And Blasts Felt
The Roosevelt Island Tramway is an aerial tramway that crosses the East River in New York City, connecting Roosevelt Island to the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The tramway is the first commuter aerial tramway in the U.S., having opened on May 17, 1976, to serve residential developments on the island.
FDNY Responds To Report Of 'Small Explosions' Shaking Roosevelt Island
An earthquake rattled parts of Queens on Tuesday morning at almost the same time a series of underground explosions were reported on Roosevelt Island, city officials said. The magnitude-1.7.
Multiple explosions heard across New York's Roosevelt Island
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Transportation Transportation How to Get On and Off Roosevelt Island Watch on Bus Driving Tram Subway Ferry Learn about the transportation options of Roosevelt Island, including bus and tramway transportation.
Magnitude 1.7 earthquake strikes Queens before tremors and blasts felt
The Roosevelt Island Aerial Tramway provides a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Manhattan skyline. The tram crosses over the East River, reaching a maximum height of 250 feet (76 m) above the water! It costs the same as a ride on the NYC subway and is open daily from 6:00 am till at least 2:30 am the following day.
New York firefighters respond to ‘explosion’ and ground shakes on
New York City was rocked this morning by a 1.7 magnitude earthquake, shaking residents of Roosevelt Island awake and causing power outages.. south of the Roosevelt Island Bridge & Tram.
Power Outage on Roosevelt Island FDNY Investigating Shaq Writes
The Roosevelt Island Tramway is an aerial tramway that spans the East River. At a height of 80 meters, you can enjoy fantastic views of the East River towards Downtown and Uptown Manhattan. Make sure to stand close to the door for the best views of the New York City skyline.
1.7 magnitude earthquake jolts residents awake in Roosevelt Island, Queens
As the name implies, the Roosevelt Island Tramway is an aerial cable car that connects Manhattan with Roosevelt Island. The cable car opened in 1976 and was the first passenger cable car in the USA. Since 1976, the cable car has carried more than 26 million people.
