N.Y. Ironman Triathlon May Cancel Hudson Swim Due to Sewage
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The swim portion of the first New York City Ironman triathlon on Aug. 11 may be canceled due to a sewer-line break that will lead to the discharge of millions of gallons of raw sewage into the Hudson River.
Organizers for the 140.6-mile (226-kilometer) triathlon, which combines swimming, cycling and running, said they’re monitoring the water quality and direction of the current in the river. A decision on whether the race is shortened to the bike and run portions would be made by tomorrow at the latest, race organizer John Korff said.