Pandemic Effects 200425033 by Kenneth Nelson

Pandemic Effects 200425033

Broadway & West 95th Street, Manhattan NYC

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Apr 25, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic swept through New York City, the bustling vibrancy of urban life came to a standstill. Captured at 12 PM on a Sunday afternoon, this image reveals the stark transformation of the Upper West Side of Manhattan, typically a well-traveled area. The scene unfolds at a major subway station stop, where the absence of straphangers highlights the unprecedented shutdown. This moment encapsulates the eerie stillness that characterized the city during the lockdown, a powerful reminder of the profound impact of the pandemic. The visual narrative serves as a poignant reflection on the realities faced by those navigating an altered urban landscape.

By Kenneth Nelson —