SECURITYJun 4 · 16:36 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIBy PHILIP MARCELO, Associated Press

What it's like to go inside New York City's dank, dangerous, bug-filled sewers

New York City's sewer system has seen recent unauthorized entries, prompting police investigation. Former urban explorer Steve Duncan described the dangers, including cockroaches, pathogens, and hazardous fumes like hydrogen sulfide, while noting the tunnels' historical significance and structural risks.

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