Migrants at NYC's Floyd Bennett Field Shelter Fear for Safety During Storm

City officials maintain the shelter's structures are designed to withstand severe weather, despite migrants' reports of falling debris and flooding.

Migrants at the Floyd Bennett Field tent shelter in New York City reported fear and discomfort during a recent storm, with claims of falling metal bolts and hinges, and flooding.
Despite the migrants' reports, city officials, including the Commissioner of Emergency Management, Zach Iscol, stated that the tents were designed to withstand high winds and that no flooding was reported.
Residents expressed concerns about the upcoming winter weather and the suitability of the tents for such conditions.
Many migrants expressed a desire to leave the shelter due to its remote location, lack of privacy, and concerns about safety during severe weather.
City officials acknowledged the shelter's inadequacies but cited the ongoing migrant crisis as the reason for its continued use.