The Big Apple and the Big Chill: A Not-So-Funny Look at NYC's COVID Tally
Ah, New York City. City that never sleeps... except for maybe that whole spring of 2020 when everyone collectively took a nap... under a mountain of anxiety. Those were wild times, folks. Remember the toilet paper wars? The sourdough starter craze that produced enough bread to feed a small nation (and then some)?
But amongst the chaos, there was a dark cloud - COVID-19. It hit NYC like a rogue Broadway understudy, stealing the spotlight and leaving a tragic mark. So, the burning question everyone wants to know is: just how many New Yorkers got swept off their feet by this viral waltz?
The Numbers Game: We Can't Dodge This One
Now, before we get into the nitty-gritty, buckle up. Numbers can get a little dry, but trust me, it's important information. As of December 16th, 2022, statistics show close to 60,000 COVID-19 deaths in New York State. That's a hefty number, folks. And let's be honest, a good chunk of those were in the bustling metropolis we all know and love (or, you know, dodge rogue pigeons in).
Who Got Hit the Hardest? Let's Not Play Favorites (But We Kinda Know)
Since we're throwing shade with statistics, here's the not-so-fun fact: Staten Island, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Manhattan (all the NYC boroughs basically) reported the majority of those COVID-19 deaths.
Now, we can't be pointing fingers and saying one borough is a "death zone" over another (although, maybe avoid that sketchy falafel place you always go to in...). The truth is, this whole thing hit everyone hard.
A Parting Shot: We Remember
Look, on a serious note, those numbers represent real people. People with families, dreams, and probably a killer pizza recipe. COVID-19 left a scar on NYC, but the city's spirit is strong. We New Yorkers are a resilient bunch, and we'll keep bouncing back, even if it means dodging another tourist asking for directions to Times Square (seriously, it's not that hard to find).
