Falling Tree Limbs Are in the Forecast This Weekend — And Might Delay Your Train, MTA Says

MTA officials warned that a Nor'easter bringing 50mph winds this weekend could cause tree damage and delays to subway, commuter rail, and paratransit services.
Dangerous winds and ripped-down trees may gum up your train travels this weekend, MTA officials warned Friday. With winds of up to 50mph forecast across the region, commuters should brace for Nor’easter-related impacts to commuter railroad, subway and paratransit service. Janno Lieber, the transportation authority’s chairperson and chief executive, said crews will be operating off […]
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