Migrants Rescued from the Storm at Floyd Bennett Field Shelter
The city of New York faced a challenging situation as a major coastal storm threatened the safety of nearly 2,000 migrants residing at the Floyd Bennett Field shelter. Concerns over heavy rain, gusting winds of over 70 mph, and potential flooding led city officials to undertake a proactive measure to evacuate the shelter for the well-being of the individuals living there.
Amidst the imminent threat posed by the severe storm, city officials made the decision to evacuate the mega-migrant shelter at Floyd Bennett Field. The shelter, which housed approximately 1,900 migrants, was deemed vulnerable to the forecasted heavy rains, strong winds, and potential flooding. The evacuation was a proactive measure taken out of an abundance of caution to safeguard the safety and well-being of the indiv...