Rep. Ritchie Torres is urging immediate action against an open-air drug market on East 149th Street in the South Bronx, where drug use and transactions occur openly, alarming local residents and business owners. Witnesses have reported disturbing scenes, including individuals injecting drugs in front of children, leading Torres to declare that the conditions are hazardous to public health. Residents are demanding that Mayor Eric Adams take responsibility and implement measures to dismantle the drug market, which has severely impacted local businesses and community safety. City Hall acknowledges the concerns raised and emphasizes a commitment to balancing livability with safety, stating they will work with Torres to address the issue. The ongoing fentanyl crisis exacerbates the situation, with a significant rise in overdose deaths reported last year. Community members express frustration over the inaction from city officials to restore safety in their neighborhoods.