BUFFALO, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is investigating reports of a strong, chemical-like odor detected across several communities in the northern suburbs of Buffalo, leaving residents concerned and searching for answers.
Neighbors in areas including North Buffalo, Amherst, and Tonawanda say they have been noticing the unusual smell for several days. Many describe it as similar to chlorine, raising questions about potential environmental or public health impacts.
Stephanie Barron is a Williamsville resident. She said she encountered the odor early Tuesday morning before dropping her children off at school…