Noise In The News: Weekly Round-Up
by Quiet Communities Staff
Photo credit: Andrea Piacquadio
Southaven, Mississippi faces the data center problem
Like many towns across the U.S., Southaven, Mississippi now faces an unexpected public health challenge: the xAI data center facility built near the Memphis-Mississippi border. Subjected to the constant noise coming from 60-70 gas turbines running 24/7 on the facility’s campus, nearby residents complain of sleep loss, heightened stress, and tinnitus. While data centers raise concerns about energy usage, water pollution, and air pollution, Southaven's troubles go to show that even when they aren’t a strain on local resources, they are on local health.
Brooklyn residents urge Navy Yard to tackle party noise
Backed by residents complaining of loud music, increased traffic, and litter caused by the many concerts and music events just steps from their homes, city council members Lincoln Restler and Crystal Hudson are urging the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation to curb loud events. Neighbors of the yard complain that, despite previous efforts to reduce traffic and litter, residents still struggle with the crowds and constant noise. Their letter is an example of what’s possible when residents and politicians work together; and we’re optimistic that with more collaboration, all parties will be able to reach an equally quiet and fun solution.
