Councilmember Wong Demands Flood Action | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 23, 2026 · 1m

Queens Council Member Phil Wong is sounding the alarm on chronic flooding in his district, calling for urgent action after at least four major storms in a month left streets submerged and homes damaged. He’s demanding the mayor prioritize flood prevention and reallocate hundreds of millions in city funds toward critical infrastructure — like sewer upgrades and drainage systems — instead of just reacting with sandbags and press conferences. While the city plans to expand its coastal resilience team, Wong insists residents need immediate, tangible fixes before the next storm hits. Listen in…