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.
NJ Transit train service on the Northeast Corridor line into and out of New York Penn Station was temporarily suspended due to Amtrak signal issues, causing significant delays. Service has resumed with 45-minute delays as of 8:15 a.m. Alternative routes and cross-honoring of tickets with PATH and PATCO are in place to accommodate travelers during the disruption. Amtrak trains are also affected, with delays up to two hours expected.
Amtrak service on the Northeast Corridor was restored on Sunday morning after experiencing disruptions and server problems, causing delays and cancellations for commuters. While the Metropolitan Transportation Authority reported no severe delays, NJ Transit had to suspend and divert services, with trains now operating on or close to schedule but with some residual delays. The service interruptions affected travelers heading to New York City for New Year's Eve celebrations, with the Long Island Rail Road also facing delays the previous night due to signal issues.
Eurostar services are set to resume after flooding caused significant delays and cancellations, but passengers are warned of potential ongoing disruptions. Other rail companies like Southeastern and Thameslink also anticipate continued issues due to the flooding and staff shortages. The flooding, which was not due to heavy rain, has affected travel plans for many, including during the New Year celebrations. This incident follows recent Eurostar disruptions earlier in the month due to a strike by French staff.
Eurostar is set to resume services through the Channel tunnel on Sunday after "unprecedented" flooding near Ebbsfleet was brought under control. Despite the reopening, passengers are warned of potential delays and busy stations due to speed restrictions and the possibility of further disruptions. The flooding, which began on Friday night, was attributed to a burst pipe in the tunnel's fire safety system, not weather-related issues. Additional disruptions on Southeastern Railway and Thameslink services are expected due to staff shortages and adverse weather conditions.
