As New York City builds flood resilience, a Queens neighborhood feels neglected: ‘We are forgotten here’

The GuardianTuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:00:53 PM
As New York City builds flood resilience, a Queens neighborhood feels neglected: ‘We are forgotten here’
  • Edgemere, a flood
  • The ongoing neglect of Edgemere raises significant concerns about the effectiveness of flood management strategies in New York City. As climate change intensifies flooding risks, the community's plight highlights the urgent need for equitable infrastructure investments and attention to marginalized neighborhoods.
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