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NYC Emergency Chief Resigns, Mayor Faces Urgent Replacement

1/21/2026

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New York City Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol has resigned, effective February 11, leaving Mayor Zohran Mamdani with less than a month to appoint a replacement.
Iscol has led the agency since 2022 and said he is proud of its progress.
He highlighted readiness for extreme weather and the migrant crisis.
Mamdani planned to retain Iscol through winter to ensure continuity of key services.

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New York City Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol has resigned, effective February 11, leaving Mayor Zohran Mamdani with less than a month to appoint a replacement.
Iscol has led the agency since 2022 and said he is proud of its progress.
He highlighted readiness for extreme weather and the migrant crisis.
Mamdani planned to retain Iscol through winter to ensure continuity of key services.