The New York City medical examiner reported that hypothermia was the cause of death in five cases during extremely cold weather, with additional contributing factors such as alcohol or methamphetamine intoxication in some instances. The deaths occurred between January 24 and 26. Gothamist provided further details about the victims.
In anticipation of extremely low temperatures, with wind chills expected to reach as low as minus 25 degrees, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced expanded outreach to assist at-risk individuals. Reports indicate some coordination issues within the city’s systems. Gothamist noted that warming buses provided by the city were not utilized by some people at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal.
As conditions deteriorate, shelters are considered essential for the city’s homeless population. However, many individuals are either unaware of these centers or choose not to use them due to safety concerns. A homeless individual, Eddie, told The Post that he is avoiding shelters despite the cold, citing distrust in their safety…