Manhattan’s Darkest Nights: Sandy’s Aftermath (Photos)
As Con Ed struggles to restore power, a look at the pitch-black city Hurricane Sandy left behind. Photos by Ben Baker
Ben Baker / Redux
Most of lower Manhattan remained without power for days after Hurricane Sandy made landfall on the evening of Monday, Oct. 29. The resulting darkness created an eerie atmosphere in the city famous for its constant lights. Photographer Ben Baker braved the unlit streets and made the rounds below 39th Street to document nightfall at its darkest in New York City.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
Lower Manhattan. October 31, 2012.
Ben Baker / Redux
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