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Sailboat Fire at Chelsea Piers Destroys Interior, No Injuries

2/17/2026

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The Sun Odyssey 44 sailboat caught fire at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan around 2:40 a.m.
The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) dispatched 21 units and 79 firefighters, who extinguished the blaze by 4 a.m.
The vessel's interior was completely destroyed, but no injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The Sun Odyssey 44 is known for its design focused on relaxation and responsive sailing.

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Story summary

The Sun Odyssey 44 sailboat caught fire at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan around 2:40 a.m.
The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) dispatched 21 units and 79 firefighters, who extinguished the blaze by 4 a.m.
The vessel's interior was completely destroyed, but no injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The Sun Odyssey 44 is known for its design focused on relaxation and responsive sailing.