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local1 month ago•6 min saved

NJ Transit to Pause Most Services Sunday Amid Winter Storm

NJ Transit will suspend most bus, light rail, and Access Link service starting at 4 a.m. Sunday due to a winter storm, with rail service operating on a regular weekend schedule until 2 p.m. before shutting down for the day; trains must reach their final destination by 2 p.m., and updates will be posted on njtransit.com. Some trains may move without passengers to keep tracks clear, and riders are urged to avoid travel and monitor updates as crews work to resume service safely once conditions improve.

via abc7ny.com|

#local #new-jersey #njtransit

transportation1 year ago•1 min saved

NJ Transit Faces Major Delays Due to Heat and Power Issues

NJ TRANSIT is experiencing heat-related rail equipment issues causing delays and potential trip cancellations for the next 48-72 hours. Maintenance crews are working to resolve the issues, and customers can receive updates via My Transit Alerts, the TRANSIT Mobile App, or NJ TRANSIT's social media accounts.

via NJ Transit|

#customer-updates #delays #heat-related-issues

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

San Clemente Landslide Disrupts Rail Service Between Orange and San Diego

A landslide in San Clemente has caused the indefinite suspension of passenger rail service between the Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo and Oceanside stations, with boulders and debris falling onto the tracks and damaging the Mariposa Trail Bridge. Metrolink and Amtrak services have been affected, and there is currently no timeline for when the tracks will reopen. Passengers are being offered bus connections as an alternative travel option during the closure.

via KABC-TV|

#landslide #metrolink #orange-county

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

"Amtrak and NJ Transit Resume Service After Signal Issues Cause Delays"

Amtrak and New Jersey Transit rail service in and out of New York City resumed after being suspended due to a GPS server issue causing communication problems with signals and switches. Commuters were advised to expect delays, and while service had resumed by noon, it was subject to disruptions. The suspensions caused havoc during the Friday morning commute, with passengers expressing frustration over the lack of announcements and information provided.

via WABC-TV|

#amtrak #delays #new-jersey-transit

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Storm Disruptions Continue for Metro-North and Amtrak Services

Metro-North and Amtrak services in the Hudson Valley are still affected by the torrential rain and flooding that occurred on Sunday. While Metro-North has restored service to two stations on its Hudson Line, service remains suspended on certain sections due to debris and flood damage. Amtrak service between New York City and Albany is also suspended. Repair crews are working to restore the rail lines, and updates can be found on the Metro-North and Amtrak websites.

via The New York Times|

#amtrak #hudson-valley #metro-north

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Amtrak signal issues cause major disruptions to NJ Transit rail service

Signal issues on Amtrak caused disruptions to New Jersey Transit's rail service, with the Northeast Corridor Line and North Jersey Coastline being suspended in both directions. The Raritan Valley Line experienced delays of up to 60 minutes. NJ Transit's rail tickets and passes were cross-honored by PATH and buses. Amtrak announced that crews were working to resolve signal issues between Newark and Metropark.

via NorthJersey.com|

#amtrak #disruptions #nj-transit

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Brightline's Orlando-Miami Rail Line Construction Completed, Testing Postponed in Martin County.

Brightline has completed the construction of the rail line between Orlando and Miami, and is hosting a Bright Spike Ceremony to celebrate. The service is slated to begin later this summer, with one-way fares starting at $79 for SMART Service. Passengers can book for travel from Orlando now for trips starting Sept. 1 on the Brightline website.

via WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando|

#brightline #florida-transportation #miami

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

San Clemente Landslides Continue to Disrupt Train Service in Orange County

Rail service from Oceanside to Irvine has been suspended again due to a landslide in San Clemente, which occurred on Monday morning. The tracks near the San Clemente Pier are closed, affecting both Metrolink and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner. Alternate transportation is being provided. The historic Casa Romantica, located on the bluff just north of the pier, had previously collapsed in late April, causing the landmark to close. There is no estimate regarding how long the tracks may be closed for repairs.

via FOX 5 San Diego|

#amtrak #casa-romantica #landslide

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

NJ Transit Service Limited and Delayed Due to Portal Bridge Signal Issue

NJ Transit rail service in and out of Penn Station New York will experience select cancelations and potentially significant delays on May 11 and May 12 due to extensive repairs to the signal system at the Portal Bridge. Morris & Essex and Montclair-Boonton Line Midtown Direct service will be diverted to Hoboken with select cancelations. All Raritan Valley Line trains will originate/terminate in Newark for the remainder of the service day. Rail tickets and passes will be cross-honored by NJ TRANSIT bus, private carrier and PATH at Newark Penn Station, Hoboken and 33rd ST-NY.

via NJ Transit|

#cancelations #delays #nj-transit

natural-disaster2 years ago•2 min saved

Landslide disrupts California rail service and forces home evacuations.

A landslide in Southern California has forced the evacuation of nearby residences, closed a historic cultural center, and halted rail service in the area. Falling debris halted rail service on shoreline tracks at the base of the cliff that are used by Metrolink and Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner. The cause of the slide has yet to be determined, but it follows a winter of extreme rainfall.

via The Associated Press|

#california #casa-romantica #evacuation