NEW : Michael Brown , 13 , was among the storm 's first victims on Staten Island . Sandy leaves at least 165 dead , including more than 95 in the city Neighbors told SILive.com that the family had evacuated from Irene last year and were robbed . Other victims include two friends , a firefighter and off - duty police officer . ` ` When Mother Nature sends her wrath your way , we 're at her mercy , '' Atlantic City mayor says .
NEW : Michael Brown , 13 , was among the storm 's first victims on Staten Island . Sandy leaves at least 165 dead , including more than 95 in the city Other victims include two friends , a firefighter and off - duty police officer . ` ` When Mother Nature sends her wrath your way , we 're at her mercy , '' Atlantic City mayor says .