After seven months of restorations, regular F train service has resumed between the Lexington-63rd and Queensbridge stations, following a track replacement project that cost $92 million and affected Roosevelt Island commuters. The MTA's infrastructure renewal included building a new track between 47th and 50th Streets in Manhattan and 36th Street in Queens, with longer rails for a smoother ride. Transit officials aim to avoid similar construction for three decades, emphasizing the investment in power signals and track reliability.
A subway train derailed on an elevated track near the aquarium on Coney Island, impacting F train service in Brooklyn. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the derailment is under investigation. MTA officials aim to restore service for the morning rush, with limited shuttle bus service currently available between Avenue X and Coney Island-Stillwell Ave. This incident follows a recent derailment of a No. 1 train in Manhattan, and transit authorities are working to address these issues.
An F train derailed in Coney Island, prompting the evacuation of 37 individuals without any reported injuries. The incident disrupted F train service in Brooklyn, and officials are investigating the cause, with initial focus on a possible track issue. The MTA aims to restore full service before Thursday morning's rush hour and has expressed confidence in the subway system despite recent derailments.
A Manhattan-bound F train derailed in Brooklyn between the West Eighth Street and Neptune Avenue stations in Coney Island, marking the second derailment in New York City's mass-transit system in less than a week. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the incident is under investigation, leading to partial suspension of service on the F line in Brooklyn.
A subway derailed on the F train line at the West 8th Street station in Coney Island, Brooklyn, with no reported injuries. Emergency personnel are on the scene, and the FDNY is working to remove 37 passengers from the train. Service changes have been announced, and the cause of the derailment is under investigation. This incident follows a recent collision on the 1 line that caused a derailment and injured dozens.
Residents of Roosevelt Island in New York City will be heavily impacted by subway service changes on the F and M lines, as track work begins and is expected to continue for at least six months. The F train will be rerouted on the E line, making it more difficult for commuters to access Roosevelt Island. While a shuttle train and bus service will be provided, they have limited frequency and operating hours, causing inconvenience for residents who heavily rely on the F train.
