A fire at a wastewater treatment plant triggered a release into the Hudson River . They also recommend that young or elderly people , or anyone who suffers from a medical condition not go near the water at those beaches . The spill was contained and no one is reported to have been harmed, according to the New York City Department of Environmental Protection. The health advisories will last through Monday . Coney Island Beach remained unaffected Thursday night .
A fire at a wastewater treatment plant triggered a release into the Hudson River . The spill was contained and no one is reported to have been harmed, according to the New York City Department of Environmental Protection. The health advisories will last through Monday . Coney Island Beach remained unaffected Thursday night .