Embattled FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh has announced her plans to resign, following a series of controversies that have plagued her leadership. In an email to The New York Post, Kavanagh expressed her love for the city, but acknowledged that it was time to pass the torch.
Despite Mayor Adams’ support for Kavanagh, sources within his administration have criticized her handling of various issues within the FDNY. These include an increase in emergency response times, a rise in lithium-ion battery fires, dissatisfaction among rank-and-file firefighters, and an age-discrimination lawsuit brought forth by demoted department officials.
Kavanagh’s resignation comes amidst mounting pressure and scrutiny, with critics calling for a change in leadership to address the ongoing challenges facing the FDNY. As she prepares to step down, the future of the department remains uncertain, but Mayor Adams will now have the opportunity to appoint a new commissioner to lead the firefighting force into a new era.
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