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New York City homeless deaths during late-January cold snap

The fact-check is about the number of homeless people who died in New York City during a late-January cold snap, with reports varying from 10 to 14 deaths.

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Feb 1, 2026

Did 13 homeless people die on streets of NY

Media outlets and city officials reported differing tallies during the late-January cold snap — some said 10 people were found dead outdoors, others reported the count had risen to 13 or even 14 — but...