Residents of Gowanus have noted a worsening smell from the canal, even with a Superfund cleanup initiated to address the longstanding pollution in the area.
The city’s temporary solution—a misting system emitting citrus and Christmas scents—has not been effective, leading to complaints from locals about its cloying nature.
Fragrance designer Raymond Matts identified various olfactory notes at the canal, comparing them to perfume ingredients and emphasizing the unique scent profile of Gowanus.
Longtime residents expressed deep frustration about the extreme odor levels, claiming the smells currently exceed what they have experienced in decades of living nearby.
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