Emergency services were scrambled to New York City's East River on Wednesday after a seaplane made an unexpected landing on the water, sparking concerns for the safety of passengers and onlookers. Despite the initial alarm, authorities have confirmed that all on board were accounted for and no injuries were reported. The incident has raised questions about the feasibility of seaplanes operating in densely populated urban areas like Manhattan, where the East River runs through the heart of the city. As authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the landing, residents and commuters are breathing a sigh of relief that no one was harmed in the dramatic scene.
Seaplane lands in New York City’s East River, no injuries reported AP News