Residents of Battery Park City are in for a mix of excitement and frustration as a major resilience project gets underway in the Lower Manhattan neighborhood. The ambitious plan aims to protect the area from future storms and rising sea levels, but it comes with a significant price: widespread construction that's likely to disrupt daily life for months to come. The project, which involves the installation of massive flood gates, seawalls, and other infrastructure, is a crucial step in safeguarding the community against the increasing threat of extreme weather events. As work begins, residents can expect to see significant changes to the area, including road closures, noise pollution, and potential disruptions to local businesses and services.
Battery Park City resilience project underway, but that means lots of construction CBS News
