"Amtrak's Northeast Service Resumes After Signal and Server Troubles Cause Delays and Cancellations"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WCVB Boston
Amtrak experienced significant delays and cancellations on its Northeast Corridor routes due to server and signal issues, affecting major cities like Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington. The service disruptions began late Saturday night and continued into Sunday morning, with up to two-hour delays expected. By 11 a.m. Sunday, Amtrak announced that service had been fully restored, although residual delays were anticipated. The company has waived change and cancellation fees for affected customers, who can modify their reservations through the Amtrak app, website, or customer service line. Real-time updates and delay alerts are available through Amtrak's online platforms and social media.