New York Harbor
Coverage of New York Harbor in the Nexus archive.
- New York Harbor whale strike sinks fire rescue boat after July 4 celebrations
A whale struck a New Jersey fire department boat near Raritan Bay, causing catastrophic damage and forcing firefighters to abandon the vessel during its return from a July 4 security detail in New York Harbor. All firefighters escaped without injury, aided by nearby jet skiers and boaters before rescue teams arrived.
- Whale strikes, sinks NJ fire rescue ship returning from NY Harbor after July 4th festivities
A whale struck and sank a New Jersey fire rescue ship returning from New York Harbor after July 4th festivities. All individuals involved were reported safe.
- Father, daughter policing by land and sea during 4th of July festivities
Deputy Chief Terence Hurson and his daughter Shannon Hurson, a U.S. Coast Guard petty officer, are providing security in New York Harbor for the Sail4th tall ship parade and Macy’s Fireworks during the 4th of July festivities.
- Fly by night: Why this popular NYC bird is going extinct—and what can be done to save it
The black-crowned night heron, a common NYC bird species, is declining by 55% since 2000 and faces potential extinction by 2037 due to environmental contamination, human disturbance, and habitat loss. Conservationists warn its decline signals broader ecological issues in New York Harbor.