NYC Fire Department Conducting East River Swift Water Rescue Drills Next To Roosevelt Island Today

The New York City Fire Department conducted water rescue drills in the East River next to Roosevelt Island earlier today.

Imageof FDNY on Roosevelt Island Preparing For Water Rescue Drill From Bill Long

According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC)

Be advised that the FDNY will conduct a swift water rescue exercise today, January 13, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, in the East Channel rear of 750 Main Street.

Expect an increased presence of emergency personnel in the area. This is only a drill.

Sincerely,

Roosevelt Island Operating Corp Advisories Group

and the

Image Of FDNY Water Rescue Drill From Bill Long

NYC Office Of Emergency Management

#FDNY drill 8AM-3PM today in the E River near Main St & East Rd, MN. Expect emergency personnel in the area. This is only a drill
— NYC OEM - Notify NYC (@NotifyNYC) January 13, 2014