My office is just above the lower east side (im in union square). I am very familiar with these neighborhoods.

Not surprising since they have no power, Lower East Side and East Village, some very vulnerable poor people live in that area along with many hipsters.

On a side note, I have been home in the BX (with power) all week cause my office is still without power. I wish I could say the same for my fellow New Yorkers who dont have power/food.