Mott Haven tenants who were impacted by the chimney collapse at their NYCHA building back on Oct. 1 say they’re now living without gas.
They met in front of 205 Alexander Ave. on Sunday to share their concerns as temperatures begin to drop.
“We can start feeling the rooms getting cold,” said tenant Cesar Jimenez.
Jimenez lives on the 15th floor of the building. He said between the gas being cut and the lack of services to prepare a proper meal, he does not know what to do anymore.
“Right now these people don’t tell us nothing, they don’t visit the apartments to tell us anything. I don’t know what they are thinking of doing,” he said.
Jimenez purchased a portable heater, despite feeling like it’s too dangerous. Other tenants told News 12 they are doing anything they can to stay warm.
“I got about three or four blankets on me ’cause at nighttime when I go to the bathroom, I feel cold,” said Victoria, another tenant.
No injuries were reported.
According to NYCHA, hot water was restored at the Mitchel Housing complex.
Sources told News 12 gas restoration work was still ongoing as of Sunday night.
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