Chlorine Plan for Flushing Creek Sparks Lawsuit

New York Citys Department of Environmental Protection proposes using chlorine to clean up Flushing Creek and Bay, but environmental groups are suing to halt the plan. The waterway near Citi Field often receives raw sewage and industrial waste during heavy rains. The city plans a new facility at Willets Point to add chlorine and then remove it. However, local paddlers and boaters worry about contamination, and experts fear chlorine could harm seagrasses, shellfish, and fish. Groups like Guardians of Flushing Bay, Riverkeeper, and Save the Sound filed the lawsuit, claiming the city skipped a full environmental review. They advocate for green infrastructure solutions instead. The area is set for significant changes with a new soccer stadium and casino on the way.

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