Historical Events tagged with "south amboy"
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Accidents & Tragedies
Explosive Barge Incident in South Amboy Harbor
May 19th, 1950 74 years ago
A barge laden with munitions destined for Pakistan exploded in the harbor at South Amboy, New Jersey, causing extensive damage to the surrounding area. The explosion resulted in fires that engulfed nearby waterfront properties and prompted an emergency response from local authorities. Eyewitnesses reported a powerful blast followed by a massive plume of smoke, which could be seen for miles. Numerous buildings were damaged, and there were many injuries among residents and first responders.
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