How 5 N.Y.C. Neighborhoods Are Struggling With Climate Change

New data indicates that socioeconomic issues can compound the risks posed by climate change in New York City. While extreme heat and persistent flooding are already apparent effects of climate change, city leaders are now considering less obvious factors like poverty, chronic health conditions, and language barriers. Recent data-gathering projects highlight that vulnerable neighborhoods share common characteristics such as poverty, congestion, histories of discrimination, and industrial pollution. Understanding these factors is crucial as the city prepares for more extreme weather events and rising sea levels.