Queens Turns Concrete to Green for Flood Relief | New York City News

Queens is ditching concrete medians for lush green spaces in Whitestone, Forest Hills, and Queens Village—designed to soak up rainwater and stop flooding before it starts. This bold climate adaptation comes after devastating flash floods from Hurricane Ida killed lives and as residents witness worsening storms. The new medians will absorb 5 million gallons of water annually across the neighborhoods, funded by $8.4 million in city and state dollars. It’s not just about flood control—it’s about beautifying streets and building a more resilient NYC, one green median at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8049bb582e894ebd