NOR’EASTER: MTA moves to protect train yards, other critical infrastructure to keep transit moving during weekend storm

The MTA is taking protective measures at train yards and critical facilities to prepare for a nor'easter expected to bring heavy rain and flooding to New York City this weekend.
The MTA is preparing New York City’s transit system for a nor’easter expected to hit the metropolitan area Friday afternoon and last through Sunday — forecast to bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and coastal flooding — by preemptively protecting train yards and other critical facilities in low-lying areas from floodwaters. MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber, during...
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