NYCHA Residents Concerned Over Dark Smoke from Temporary Boiler at Amsterdam Houses
CBS New YorkJanuary 5, 20262 min2,947 views
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- π¨ Residents at the Amsterdam Houses NYCHA complex are expressing concerns about dark smoke emanating from a temporary boiler.
- π The smoke is described as a black soot-like substance that accumulates inside homes, leading to increased cleaning.
- π· Residents report health issues, including sinus irritation and worries about respiratory conditions like sarcoidosis.
Official Response and Safety Assurances
- π’ The temporary boiler was installed in October 2024 as part of a nearly $50 million heating system upgrade.
- β οΈ City officials and NYCHA state that the smoke is safe and that inspectors found no smoke issues upon responding to complaints.
- π£οΈ NYCHA assures that they work with city agencies to ensure compliance and regularly meet with residents.
Ongoing Worries and Future Outlook
- π Residents have noticed a significant increase in the frequency and amount of smoke in recent weeks, coinciding with colder weather.
- π¨ Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal was assured by NYCHA's CEO that the emissions are just steam vapor and that the boiler would be inspected.
- ποΈ The temporary boiler is expected to be removed by summer.
- π Despite assurances, residents remain worried about the daily exposure and the unknown long-term health effects.
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NYCHAAmsterdam HousesTemporary BoilerDark SmokeSootHealth ConcernsSarcoidosisHeating System UpgradeDepartment of Environmental ProtectionAssemblywoman Linda Rosenthal
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