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How much garbage can a city produce? You might think it’s a simple question, but here at Fresh Kills, the answer takes your breath away. Fresh Kills wasn’t always a park. It started its life in 1948 as a temporary solution to New York City’s growing garbage problem. What was supposed to be a three-year project morphed into something much larger. By 1955, Fresh Kills earned the unsettling title of “largest landfill in the world”. For decades, this site was the final resting place for countless tons of New York City’s refuse. At its peak, it received a staggering 29,000 tons of garbage every single day. Imagine the sights and smells. This continued until 2001 when, thanks to immense community pressure, Fresh Kills finally closed. It wasn’t the end of its story though. After the devastating events of 9/11, Fresh Kills took on a new, somber role. It became a sorting ground for the rubble from the World Trade Center. The meticulous search for remains and personal effects was both heartbreaking and essential. Today, Fresh Kills is undergoing a remarkable transformation. From a symbol of waste and excess, it’s being reborn as a sprawling park. It’s a testament to the power of reclamation and a reminder that even from the most unlikely places, hope can bloom.

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