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string(4180) "By Lloyd Mitchell & Kirstyn Brendlen
A tractor-trailer crashed into multiple telephone poles and ripped down power lines in Manhattan Beach on Monday morning, leaving hundreds of people without electricity.
The details of the crash were not immediately clear, but Con Edison representative Alan Drury said the crash occurred at 1315 Oriental Boulevard around 10:30 a.m. on April 29. The truck — which appeared to have fled the scene — tore down eight telephone poles and at least two transformers, leaving the street littered with wires and debris.
One downed transformer caught fire, according to the FDNY, and leaked hazardous polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, into the roadway, drawing a response from 60 firefighters and paramedics. The fire was brought under control by 12:35 p.m. and one person was treated for minor injuries on the scene.
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“This is insane and crazy, the truck was backing up, I heard a loud crash and suddenly saw wires everywhere,” said local resident Olga Ivanovich.
The crash left 382 households across four blocks without electricity. Con Edison crews were on the scene and hoped to restore power overnight.
“This is wild, it is a perception matter,” a Con Ed rep told Brooklyn Paper by phone. “There are so many wires down, we’ll have to keep crews here overnight.”
Power was restored as of Tuesday morning, Con Edison representative Alan Drury later confirmed to Brooklyn Paper.
The investigation remains ongoing, police said Tuesday. The identity of the driver is still unknown.
Last spring, a tractor-trailer snagged a utility wire and pulled down a telephone pole in nearly the same location, at the corner of Oriental Boulevard and Langham Street, according to CBS News.
[caption id="attachment_523788" align="alignnone" width="700"]Locals dodged beneath downed lines. Photo by Lloyd Mitchell[/caption]
-- Additional reporting by Meaghan McGoldrick O’Neil
Editor’s note: A version of this story originally ran in Brooklyn Paper. Click here to see the original story.Related Stories
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In East Flatbush, an early 20th century row house has an attached garage. There are also parquet floors and arched doorways in the single-family. The former Open House Pick sold in March for $600,000, which was $30,000 under the asking price.
This standalone in Midwood is in estate condition. The single-family has five bedrooms and one full bath. This former Open House Pick entered contract in April.
In Bed Stuy, a brick house has an idiosyncratic interior that has been opened up on the main floor and features exposed brick, a reclaimed wood ceiling, and wood lath walls. This former Open House Pick is still available for $1.3 million, a price cut of $35,000.
Built in the 1890s, this row house in the Stuyvesant Heights Historic District has five units. The listing photos show some period details like wainscoting and a pier mirror. This former Open House Pick is still available for $3.15 million, a price cut of $15,000.
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403 East 58th Street
Price: $630,000
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Broker: Brown Harris Stevens (Traci Byers)
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Price: $1.1 million
Area: Midwood
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Price: $1.335 million
Area: Bed Stuy
Broker: Sotheby’s International (Nikki Beauchamp)
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278 Decatur Street
Price: $3.165 million
Area: Bed Stuy
Broker: Keller Williams (Keith Gauntlett)
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string(7476) "By Barbara Russo-Lennon, amNY
As if a 4.8 magnitude earthquake was not enough to shake things up in New York City, a new climate assessment released Monday says that the metropolis will be warmer and wetter, with plenty of rainy and hot days ahead — much of which can lead to intense flooding throughout the city.
The New York City Panel on Climate Change (NPCC) announced its fourth full climate assessment report, dubbed NPCC4, confirming the city will be warmer with more extreme heat events. The report also indicates there will be growing risks from intense rainfall and inland flooding.
Flooding
Extreme rainfall events — also known as “cloudbursts,” when a large amount of rain falls in a short time — will increase in number and severity in the future, the report indicates. By the end of the century, the city is projected to experience as much as 30 percent more annual rainfall than today.
As New Yorkers are all too familiar, flooding becomes a big issue with increased rainfall. Southeast and central Queens, southeast Bronx and Staten Island’s North Shore are areas most prone to extreme rainfall, the report says, due to factors including topography, historic stormwater flow paths, and land use.
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Dramatic changes in climate can come with adverse effects for health and equity. Changes such as these can lead to health risks that become threats to all New Yorkers, especially those most vulnerable because of age, poor health, racial and social inequities, and social isolation, the report says.
Additionally, heat waves are, on average, the deadliest type of extreme weather in NYC, according to the report.
How will the city respond?
The NPCC, an advisory board appointed by the mayor, makes climate projections to help inform the city on climate changes and preparedness efforts needed for changes in weather. Scientists including professors of geology, ocean engineering, and environmental justice are part of the panel.
“As New York City responds to the impacts of climate change, we must be guided by the latest data, and the NPCC findings will be used by city agencies to inform our policy and programs,” New York City Chief Climate Officer and Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala said. “The panel’s variety of expertise, including in architecture, design, and demography, has been essential to creating this important work, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration.”
Flooding, one of the key areas of research within the report, can limit how people navigate the city. It can lead to closed roads, limited commutes, and transit disruptions. (Check out NYC’s stormwater flood map.)
With flooding becoming an increasingly important issue for NYC, the NPCC’s report says that “more grey and green infrastructure and natural and nature-based solutions are needed.” Grey and green infrastructure refers to a combination of natural landscapes as well as manmade approaches to combat flooding, including pipes and sea walls.
Elijah Hutchinson, executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice, said the report will “serve as a foundation” for city construction projects when it comes to infrastructure.
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“Excessive heat, rain, tides, and pollution threaten the foundational strength of New York City, a foundation critically necessary for strong housing, strong schools, and a strong economy,” Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi said. “We must rise to the occasion as a city, making sure every dollar spent towards infrastructure goes further, and every foot of grass, every tree, every brick, does double duty to account for rain and heat. Through daily discipline we will meet our climate goals and ensure the bright New York City future that our children and grandchildren deserve.”
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The 24-unit brick building has four stories of apartments over a basement. Pale amber in color with cream stone details, it has neo-Classical details such as keystoned arched windows, as well as a shield and crest motif decorating its parapet.
The four-room apartment can work as a one-bedroom with dining room and living room separated by a wide doorway. Alternatively, one of those rooms can be a bedroom, and the kitchen has space for a table and chairs.
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With five large closets, the unit has good storage space. A new owner might want to replace the mirrored folding closet doors in the bedroom with something else.
The building has a courtyard, shared laundry, children's playroom, bike room, and additional private storage. Maintenance for this apartment is $698. In addition, a monthly assessment of $350 runs through 2027.
Listed by Violette Tonuzi and Alicia Lombardo of Compass, the apartment is asking $525,000. What do you think?
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Our house tour resumes this year:
After a five-year hiatus, the Prospect Lefferts Gardens House & Garden Tour is BACK!
It will be on Sunday, June 2nd noon-5pm. This is it’s usual “first Sunday of June” slot. The weather is usually excellent on this day. Regardless, the event is RAIN or SHINE.
It will be PLG’s 50th house tour and it’s expected to be a “golden” experience for all. Eight sets of homeowners have stepped up to the plate to create a diverse lineup of interiors for you to enjoy. As the presence of house tours diminishes around Brooklyn, PLG’s is still going strong. This is a testament to the community-minded character of the neighborhood. It’s the friendliest tour around!
When a break is needed, take advantage of the refreshment stop. “The Lefferts Lounge” will offer tourgoers a place to relax in a lush backyard, wet their whistle and enjoy some live entertainment arranged by PLG Arts. Take in a wine tasting or cocktail mixing demonstration. There’ll be something for everyone!
$30 Advance Tickets are now on sale on Eventbrite.com.
Click the link here.
They can also be purchased at the following local businesses.
Ix Restaurant – 43 Lincoln Rd
Awesome Home – 653 Flatbush Avenue
DRINK – 492 Flatbush Avenue
Trixie’s Pet Food Supplies & Accessories – 575 Flatbush Avenue
Little Mo Wine & Spirits – 1125 Nostrand Avenue
$35 Tickets are available on tour day
Look for the ticket table at Ix Restaurant – 43 Lincoln Rd
Questions? Email us at leffertsmanorassoc@gmail.com
Visit the link in the story for the NYC Housing Connect Site where you can get information about applying for this and other housing lotteries. https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/details/4654
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403 East 58th Street
Price: $630,000
Area: East Flatbush
Broker: Brown Harris Stevens (Traci Byers)
See it here ->
Sold in March for $600,000
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1534 East 22nd Street
Price: $1.1 million
Area: Midwood
Broker: The Behfar Team (Cina Azarfar)
See it here ->
Entered contract in April
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551 Lexington Avenue
Price: $1.335 million
Area: Bed Stuy
Broker: Sotheby’s International (Nikki Beauchamp)
See it here ->
Still available for $1.3 million
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278 Decatur Street
Price: $3.165 million
Area: Bed Stuy
Broker: Keller Williams (Keith Gauntlett)
See it here ->
Still available for $3.15 million
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Flooding at a subway station in Brooklyn during a heavy rainstorm on September 29, 2023. Photo by Gabriele Holtermann[/caption]
Last year, parts of New York City were hit with a record rainfall from the remnants of a tropical storm. Some areas saw more than 8 inches of rain.
Extreme heat
According to the report, the number of hot days and the frequency and duration of heat waves are expected to increase as sea levels are also projected to rise.
Dramatic changes in climate can come with adverse effects for health and equity. Changes such as these can lead to health risks that become threats to all New Yorkers, especially those most vulnerable because of age, poor health, racial and social inequities, and social isolation, the report says.
Additionally, heat waves are, on average, the deadliest type of extreme weather in NYC, according to the report.
How will the city respond?
The NPCC, an advisory board appointed by the mayor, makes climate projections to help inform the city on climate changes and preparedness efforts needed for changes in weather. Scientists including professors of geology, ocean engineering, and environmental justice are part of the panel.
“As New York City responds to the impacts of climate change, we must be guided by the latest data, and the NPCC findings will be used by city agencies to inform our policy and programs,” New York City Chief Climate Officer and Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala said. “The panel’s variety of expertise, including in architecture, design, and demography, has been essential to creating this important work, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration.”
Flooding, one of the key areas of research within the report, can limit how people navigate the city. It can lead to closed roads, limited commutes, and transit disruptions. (Check out NYC’s stormwater flood map.)
With flooding becoming an increasingly important issue for NYC, the NPCC’s report says that “more grey and green infrastructure and natural and nature-based solutions are needed.” Grey and green infrastructure refers to a combination of natural landscapes as well as manmade approaches to combat flooding, including pipes and sea walls.
Elijah Hutchinson, executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice, said the report will “serve as a foundation” for city construction projects when it comes to infrastructure.
“The best available science on climate helps advance our goals to further environmental justice and improve health for all New Yorkers,” Hutchinson said. “This data will also serve as a foundation for city construction projects as we work to make our infrastructure more resilient.”
Since the high burdens of climate adaptation, including higher energy costs, insurance premiums and relocation, can affect people differently, the report also suggests a “a climate displacement and social vulnerability score to better measure the risks of climate displacement.”
“Excessive heat, rain, tides, and pollution threaten the foundational strength of New York City, a foundation critically necessary for strong housing, strong schools, and a strong economy,” Deputy Mayor for Operations Meera Joshi said. “We must rise to the occasion as a city, making sure every dollar spent towards infrastructure goes further, and every foot of grass, every tree, every brick, does double duty to account for rain and heat. Through daily discipline we will meet our climate goals and ensure the bright New York City future that our children and grandchildren deserve.”
Editor’s note: A version of this story originally ran in amNY. Click here to see the original story.
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Lefferts Manor Association Celebrates Centennial With 49th Annual House and Garden TourA Beautiful Historic Home that should be Landmarked. Believe will get above Asking. Respectfully A+ with Love
Shirley Chisholm’s Former Crown Heights House Asks $2.6 MillionOur house tour resumes this year: After a five-year hiatus, the Prospect Lefferts Gardens House & Garden Tour is BACK! It will be on Sunday, June 2nd noon-5pm. This is it’s usual “first Sunday of June” slot. The weather is usually excellent on this day. Regardless, the event is RAIN or SHINE. It will be PLG’s 50th house tour and it’s expected to be a “golden” experience for all. Eight sets of homeowners have stepped up to the plate to create a diverse lineup of interiors for you to enjoy. As the presence of house tours diminishes around Brooklyn, PLG’s is still going strong. This is a testament to the community-minded character of the neighborhood. It’s the friendliest tour around! When a break is needed, take advantage of the refreshment stop. “The Lefferts Lounge” will offer tourgoers a place to relax in a lush backyard, wet their whistle and enjoy some live entertainment arranged by PLG Arts. Take in a wine tasting or cocktail mixing demonstration. There’ll be something for everyone! $30 Advance Tickets are now on sale on Eventbrite.com. Click the link here. They can also be purchased at the following local businesses. Ix Restaurant – 43 Lincoln Rd Awesome Home – 653 Flatbush Avenue DRINK – 492 Flatbush Avenue Trixie’s Pet Food Supplies & Accessories – 575 Flatbush Avenue Little Mo Wine & Spirits – 1125 Nostrand Avenue $35 Tickets are available on tour day Look for the ticket table at Ix Restaurant – 43 Lincoln Rd Questions? Email us at leffertsmanorassoc@gmail.com
Lefferts Manor Association Celebrates Centennial With 49th Annual House and Garden TourVisit the link in the story for the NYC Housing Connect Site where you can get information about applying for this and other housing lotteries. https://housingconnect.nyc.gov/PublicWeb/details/4654
Affordable Housing Lottery With Units Starting at $465 Opens in East New York