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This fact brief summarizes information the Furman Center has gathered regarding the characteristics of properties in the areas of the city flooded by Sandy’s storm surge and demographic characteristics of households that have registered to receive assistance from FEMA.

Findings are organized in 3 main sections:

1. Extent of the Surge
2. Impact of the Surge on Residential Properties
3. Types of Households Impacted by the Surge and Seeking Federal Assistance

 Sandy’s Effect on Housing in New York City