NEW YORK – NJ Transit commuters could see delays amid extreme cold after Amtrak overhead wire issues near Newark disrupted rail service Monday.
What we know:
NJ Transit said rail service was subject to delays of up to 60 minutes into and out of Penn Station, New York because of the issue.
Commuters vented their frustration on X, with one rider calling NJ Transit “one of the worst services out there.” Another echoed the sentiment, writing, “I agree, these trains are a joke.”
Amtrak also posted an update on X, saying service was disrupted due to a downed overhead wire. The rail operator said Keystone Trains 609 and 645 were canceled between New York and Philadelphia and urged customers to rebook on the next available service, apologizing for the inconvenience.
NJ Transit police and a rescue train were assisting customers from a disabled train near Newark, according to the agency.
NJ Transit alternate routes
What you can do:
To help accommodate riders, NJ Transit rail tickets and passes were being cross-honored by PATH at Newark, Hoboken and 33rd Street in Manhattan.
Customers were advised to visit njtransit.com/abc for information on alternate service options.
The Source: This report is based on information from NJ Transit.Â