Mayor Adams Announces Next Generation of New York City’s Investments in Flood Prevention and Preparation to Keep New Yorkers Safe, Protect Their Wallets

September 9, 2024

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Administration Has Invested $1.2 Billion in Stormwater Flood Mitigation Efforts

Green Medians, Flood Sensors, Rain Gardens, Porous Pavement, Bluebelts, and Slotted Manhole Covers Are Being Implemented Citywide

NEW YORK - To mark the third anniversary of Hurricane Ida, which brought the heaviest rainfall in New York City's recorded history and tragically claimed the lives of 13 New Yorkers, New York City Mayor Eric Adams today updated New Yorkers on new and ongoing efforts to protect public safety and New Yorkers' property by combating flooding and safeguarding the residents of New York City from the harmful and costly impacts of climate change. Since the start of this administration, the city has invested more than $1.2 billion in vital anti-stormwater flooding, public safety infrastructure in all five boroughs, ranging from traditional sewer upgrades to innovative green infrastructure solutions and more - and similar investments in anti-flooding infrastructure have been shown to prevent seven times as much damage as compared to the original investment.

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