https://twitter.com/npsgirl/status/1803920579252359465
NJ Transit and Amtrak trains have been facing significant delays in and out of New York City due to a combination of issues. Let me break it down for you:
- Overhead Wiring Issues: Overhead wire problems have disrupted train services. These issues affect trains coming into and out of New York City, causing commuter headaches. NJ Transit passenger rail traffic was initially impacted, but it appears to have bounced back after early slowdowns.
- Brush Fire in Secaucus: A brush fire in Secaucus, New Jersey, also contributed to the delays. This fire affected train travel along the busy Northeast Corridor, which is the busiest passenger rail traffic route in the country.
- Sweltering Temperatures: Sweltering temperatures, which peaked on Thursday, forced both Amtrak and NJ Transit to travel at slower speeds. This further exacerbated delays.
- Recent Delays: Some passengers were still frustrated over delays from earlier in the week, which caused commuters to run behind for more than an hour in New Jersey.
- Response from Officials: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy called the delays from both Amtrak and NJ Transit “unacceptable.” While lack of manpower used to be an issue, it’s not the case today
h/t npsgirl