Yesterday, Google released Zeitgeist 2011, showing search trends from the past year. While celebrities, gadgets and video games dominated globally, in New York City, transportation and government services topped the list:

1. MTA

2. Nj Transit

3. Hopstop

4. Dmv Ny

5. Con Edison

6. Hurricane Irene Path

7. Nycdoe

8. Ezpass

9. Brooklyn Public Library

10. Brooklyn Bowl

It is particularly interesting that “Hurricane Irene Path” was the 6th most searched term in New York City for 2011 to date, demonstrating just how many New Yorkers took to the internet in search of information. This data supports New York City’s policy of making timely and accurate emergency information accessible on multiple online platforms.