PENN STATION, N.Y. (PIX11) – NJ Transit riders could face more delays and cancellations on their Thursday morning commute after downed wires caused major service disruptions.
Downed Amtrak power lines were reported in Kearny after 5 p.m. on Wednesday, which led NJ Transit to suspend service between Penn Station and Metropark Station in both directions. Amtrak trains were also suspended.
"This is resulting from crew availability and equipment that was out of position as a result of Amtrak's overhead wire issues," NJ Transit wrote about the delays on X.
One line was restored, but service remains limited. The Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coastline have minimal westbound service leaving Penn Station, the Raritan Valley Line is suspended and Midtown direct trains are still being diverted to Hoboken for the remainder of Thursday, according to NJ Transit.
Shuttle bus service is available from Newark-Penn Station to Cranford for connecting rail service.
Riders expressed their frustrations to PIX11 News.
"The boards are completely empty, there is no information," said Tim Mingle.
NJ Transit tickets and passes are being cross-honored with NJ Transit and private buses, PATH at Newark-Penn Station, Hoboken and 33rd Street-New York.
The delays come as NJ Transit riders prepare for a 15% fare hike starting on July 1, followed by an annual 3% hike. Congestion pricing in Manhattan's Central Business District is also expected to take effect on June 30.
Commuters told PIX11 News that congestion pricing leaves them no choice but to rely on public transportation, but these delays and cancellations are exactly what they're worried about.
Erin Pflaumer is a digital content producer from Long Island who has covered both local and national news since 2018. She joined PIX11 in 2023. See more of her work here.
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