MBTA Green Line Chaos: Passengers Stranded, Service Halted
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Boston Globe
Passengers on the MBTA Green Line extension were forced to walk along the tracks after a train was stopped for over an hour between Lechmere and East Somerville stations. This incident is the latest in a series of shutdowns and slow zones that have plagued the extension since its opening less than a year ago. MBTA general manager Phillip Eng announced that significant repairs are needed due to construction problems, with the track gauge being outside specifications. The root cause appears to be incorrect placement of the ties, causing inconveniences for riders. The extent of the problem is vast, and the construction consortium will be held accountable for the fixes. New leadership has been installed, and efforts are being made to restore trust with riders.