Hurricane Irene swept through Central Park early Sunday morning with winds and heavy rain, uprooting at least 25 trees, downing thousands of branches and flooding paths. 
More than 50 Conservancy crew members and tree contractors responded to the damage during and after the hurricane. Flooded paths were pumped to nearby catch basins, and in less than 24 hours after the storm’s conclusion, crews had removed the fallen trees and leveled their stumps. Over the next week, the Conservancy will continue the clean-up effort, including tree work and clearing, safety inspections, and assessing other damage sustained by the Park.
About Central Park
Find all the information you need to enjoy your visit to New York City’s iconic Central Park.
Attractions
Central Park features 843 acres filled with classic architecture, gorgeous statuary and up to date sports, educational and performance facilities. Besides all of this there is the world famous Central Park Zoo and Wildlife Center and the Children’s Zoo.
Things To Do
From The Philharmonic on the Great Lawn to Shakespeare in the Park to SummerStage, Central Park offers an endless array of things to do, see, hear – and, with two full service restaurants and several cafes, taste. You can visit The Shakespeare Garden, take in a performance at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater, take a ride on the Carousel – or just sit and people watch at Bethesda Terrace!
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Contact Info
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New York, NY, 10028