Small Business Services Deputy Commissioner Robinson Hernandez said 38 businesses were affected by the explosion, six of which were destroyed when the buildings collapsed, and four remain closed but are in the process of re-opening.
Hernandez said SBS is encouraging business owners to take advantage of NYC Business Solutions, a free service that can help identify the best next steps.
“It’s a hit when you have any type of these disasters, and our goal is to be able to help them access services,” Hernandez said.
