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Eric Adams: “277 people was on board [the ship].”

Featuring: Eric Adams, Democratic | Mayor of New York

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Eric Adams Announces 'Flames of Honor' Memorial for Post-9/11 Veterans in Queens

Published | Video Starts at 44:39

You know, in other municipalities we have to bring all sorts of resources. But New York was well organized. 277 people was on board [the ship]. The best. You know, thank God. 19 people were injured, two people died. You know, that could have been a real horrific tragedy. (44:39–44:41)

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