The city will close a concrete recycling facility on Columbia Street by the end of the year, announced Mayor Eric Adams. This decision follows persistent resident criticism regarding noise and dust pollution from the facility, which was relocated last year. Concrete dust exposure can irritate lungs and eyes, and potentially lead to serious health issues like silicosis. The plant's closure is part of a redevelopment initiative for the Brooklyn Marine Terminal aimed at creating housing, open spaces, and schools. However, specifics on the relocation of the recycling operations remain unclear.
"Short-term exposure to cement dust is known to cause irritation to lungs and eyes, and long-term exposure can cause serious illness including silicosis."
"This move not only clears the way for much-needed housing, open space, and a school as part of our proposed Brooklyn Marine Terminal project, but also reflects our city's deep commitment to continuing to improve the quality of life for all New Yorkers."
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