City Comptroller Scott Stringer warned the city that if they don’t move quickly on projects to combat climate change, it may be too late to prevent costly damage in coastal areas.
Category: Hurricane Sandy
Mayor pitches $10B plan to extend Manhattan shoreline
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s idea would create a natural barrier for Manhattan’s lower coast.
Sandy stories: Firsthand accounts of surviving the storm
Five years after the storm wrecked the city, New Yorkers from all walks of life recalled their extraordinary experiences.
Environmentalists push for storm surge barrier
Experts say the city is still vulnerable to a major natural disaster.
Red Hook NYCHA apartments still moldy after Sandy: Report
The homes near the Brooklyn coast are still dealing with troubles four years after the super storm.
NYC won’t make Build it Back deadline
Four years after Hurricane Sandy destroyed coastal neighborhoods, the city is still lagging on reconstructing.
Coney Island amphitheater marks grand opening
Brooklyn’s newest concert spot is now open for business.
City begins Sandy reconstruction project in Belle Harbor
The work in Belle Harbor will restore the neighborhood to its old glory and fortify it from future super storms.
Hugh L. Carey Tunnel to get post-Sandy repairs
More than $282 million will be going to bring the Brooklyn-Manhattan tunnel.
Sandy recovery progressing, but still not finished
Residents in the neighborhoods affected by the Oct. 29, 2012, storm say they saw a lot of progress in their road back to normal, but things are far from 100%.
Sandy loan approval process inefficient: Fed watchdog
The Government Accountability Office said the federal government was sluggish when it came to assisting small businesses following the Oct. 29, 2012 storm.
Thousands expected to turn out for People’s Climate March Sunday
The city will play host to the biggest climate rally of all time as protesters demand the world’s governments work to save the planet.
NYU Langone reopens ER following months of repair from Sandy
The ER NYU’s hospital is back in operation following Hurricane Sandy’s wraith, but there are still other facilities and infrastructure projects affected by the storm that are far from rebounded.
Sandy recovery plan from de Blasio updated to speed up aid
The mayor released an updated timeline on Sandy recovery plans.
NYCHA boilers damaged by Sandy will be replaced by FEMA
Relief is coming for thousands of NYCHA residents who are still struggling from Sandy.
Ivan Pereira on the Debrief with David Ushery
Ivan Pereira discusses his articles on the City Council’s decision not to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade and Build it Back delays.
De Blasio asks for patience as Sandy victims demand faster rebuilding effort
Sandy victims say time is running out to help save their homes, but the mayor says careful attention is needed to make sure repairs go smoothly.
NYC Marathon goes on amid heavy security
This year’s marathon went off without any hitch and runners and their families say they couldn’t be any more happier.
Sandy postponement, Boston attack push NYC marathoners to go the distance
The carnage from the Boston bombings and the stress of waiting another year to run, has pumped NYC marathoners up.
FDNY shows off new superstorm ready vehicles
The FDNY showed off its new Post Sandy investments that aim to strengthen the Bravest during extreme weather emergencies.