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MARC Service Alert 1/6/22  4:30 PM

MARC Train - Will operate Enhanced R schedule tomorrow (Friday)

 

 

1/6/2022 4:26 PM

 

MARC Train will operate Penn, Camden and Brunswick Line service on the Enhanced R (or R+) schedule on Friday, January 7 due to the forecasted winter storm. Only trains with an R or R+ under the train number in the Penn and Camden Line timetable and trains in the R/R+ schedule grid on the right side of the Brunswick Line timetable will operate.

If you do ride MARC tomorrow, please follow our guidelines for winter weather travel:

--Allow ample time to drive to the station, park your car, and WALK to the train platform

--We strongly encourage passengers to wear shoes appropriate for winter weather. Dress shoes and heels are strongly discouraged.

--MARC Facilities staff will be out treating platforms and parking lots, but some spots may be slippery. WALK slowly and take your time.

--When boarding your train, use handrails to walk through wet or slushy areas. Floors can be slippery.

Thank you for riding MARC Train. Further updates on service will be provided as conditions warrant.
 

 

 

 

 

 

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WMATA news release 4:44 PM  1/6/22

 

For immediate release: January 6, 2022

  Metro prepares for winter weather, buses to operate on a moderate snow service plan Friday

 

 

Metrobus will begin service on a moderate snow service plan tomorrow, January 7, due to expected snowfall overnight. Click here to see how your travel may be affected. 

 

In a moderate snow service plan, service on some routes is suspended and detours will be in effect on certain routes to avoid areas prone to hazardous conditions such as hilly terrain and narrow streets. Approximately 119 out of 183 routes will operate. Bus supervisors will assess roads overnight to ensure they are safe for bus operations. 

 

No weather-related impacts to Metrorail are anticipated at this time, with de-icer trains deployed and heaters activated to keep the railway free of snow and ice. [Emphasis added]  Red Line shuttle buses between Shady Grove, Rockville, and Twinbrook stations for the Rockville Canopy Replacement Project will operate as scheduled. 

 

MetroAccess expects to provide normal service for its customers; however, customers are encouraged to travel only if necessary. Some trips may experience delays due to road conditions. In the event that door-to-door service is not possible, curb-to-curb service will be provided instead. 

 

Metro customers should allow additional travel time and use caution on platforms, escalators, parking lots and other areas that may be slippery. Metro will have plows and equipment deployed throughout the system to clear and treat parking lots, walkways and platforms. 

 

Modifications to service are possible at any time to ensure the safety of Metro customers and employees. Customers are encouraged to sign up for MetroAlerts text and email messages to receive the latest service updates. Additional service information will be provided through MetroAlerts, on the Status and Alerts page at wmata.com, and on Metro's social media channels @Metrorailinfo and @Metrobusinfo.

 

 

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VRE Train Talk Alert  5:22 PM  1/6/22

 

SERVICE ALERT

VIRGINIA RAILWAY EXPRESS (VRE)

 

 

VRE Will Operate on the “S” Schedule Friday, January 7, 2022

 

VRE will operate an “S” schedule tomorrow, January 7. Only trains marked with an “S” on the schedule will operate. See schedules here: https://www.vre.org/service/schedules/

Crews will be at each station overnight treating and clearing platforms and parking lots as necessary. As you begin your commute in the morning, please remember:

1. Give yourself plenty of extra time to get to your origination station
2. Drive slowly to the station and through the parking lots looking out for slick spots, accumulating snow, and pedestrians walking to the platform.
3. Wear appropriate clothing, especially shoes/boots.
4. Walk slowly and carefully through the parking lots, on stairs or ramps and on the platforms. If you encounter ice, slick spots, or other concerns, please drop us a note at Gotrains@vre.org so we can have the issues addressed by our facilities staff or train crews.
5. Upon arriving at your destination station, use the same care while walking on platforms, stairs, or steps so you can arrive safely to work.

Please stay tuned to Train Talk for any additional updates. If further service adjustments are required, we will send out a notification by 4 a.m.

 

 

 

Virginia Railway Express, 1500 King Street, Suite 202, Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Click here for more information on this alert.

www.vre.org
gotrains@vre.org
Automated Service Information:
1-800-RIDE-VRE