Seaplane with 8 onboard crashes into New York's East River

A seaplane carrying eight people crashed into New York City's East River on Sunday, triggering a major emergency response, the New York Post reported. Videos from the scene showed the aircraft floating in the river with one wing submerged as rescue teams rushed to evacuate the passengers. According to the New York Post, the seaplane made a hard landing in the choppy waters shortly after 12pm and partially capsized. All eight people on board were rescued by the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). Officials said two passengers suffered minor injuries and were treated by emergency medical staff at the scene. The crash took place near the Manhattan ferry and Skyport terminal along 23rd Street and FDR Drive. After the rescue operation, crews turned the aircraft upright in the water before towing it back to the docks. At least five boats were involved in the response, while another seaplane was seen nearby. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash. The incident comes less than a month after another seaplane had to be rescued from the East River after being struck by a wave during takeoff near the Throgs Neck Bridge, the New York Post reported.