Topics
Emergency Management
Fire / EMS
On a clear morning in 2025, a private helicopter made an emergency water landing in the Hudson River, triggering a large-scale, multi-agency response from local, state, and federal agencies. This case study, led by representatives from NYC OEM, walks attendees through the timeline of events, response coordination, and lessons learned from this high-profile incident. Topics will include unified command operations, victim rescue and accountability, public information management, aviation incident protocols, and coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Participants will gain critical insight into how a densely populated urban area can effectively manage a complex incident with limited warning.