Fact Check: The cleared area is nearly five times the size of Central Park in New York City.

Fact Check: "The cleared area is nearly five times the size of Central Park in New York City."

What We Know

Central Park, located in New York City, covers an area of approximately 843 acres (341 hectares), which is equivalent to about 1.317 square miles (3.41 km²) (Central Park, How Big Is Central Park - The SKNY). This makes it the sixth-largest park in New York City and the most visited urban park in the United States, with an estimated 38 to 42 million visitors annually (Central Park, Central Park (NY) size comparison).

To evaluate the claim that "the cleared area is nearly five times the size of Central Park," we need to calculate what "five times the size of Central Park" would be. Multiplying the area of Central Park by five gives us approximately 4,215 acres (1,705 hectares) or about 6.6 square miles (17.1 km²).

Analysis

The claim suggests that a certain cleared area is nearly 4,215 acres. However, the sources provided do not specify any particular cleared area that meets this size requirement. The largest park in New York City, Pelham Bay Park, is approximately 2,765 acres (1,117 hectares), which is still less than the five times the size of Central Park (Do any parks in New York City come close to Central Park, in ...).

Given that no credible source has been identified that confirms the existence of a cleared area of nearly 4,215 acres, the claim lacks substantiation. Additionally, the sources discussing Central Park do not mention any specific cleared area that would be relevant to this claim, making it difficult to verify its accuracy.

The reliability of the sources varies; while Wikipedia and Britannica are generally credible, they are not primary sources. The other sources, such as map comparison sites, provide useful context but do not offer definitive evidence regarding the claim.

Conclusion

Needs Research. The claim that "the cleared area is nearly five times the size of Central Park" cannot be verified with the information currently available. There is no identified cleared area that meets the size requirement, and the largest parks in New York City do not approach this figure. Further research is necessary to clarify the context and specifics of the claim.

Sources

1. Central Park
2. Central Park (NY) size comparison
3. How Big Is Central Park - The SKNY
4. Do any parks in New York City come close to Central Park, in ...
5. Central Park | Description, History, Map, Attractions, & Facts
6. The Destruction and Construction That Created New York's ...
7. 8 Interesting Facts About Central Park You Didn't Know