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[KevinKorell]

Posted 3/20/18:

 

 

NJ TRANSIT Severe Weather Information - Wednesday, March 21, 2018

 

 

NJ TRANSIT implements severe weather rail schedule for winter storm

Cross-honoring in effect systemwide and with PATH

Access Link suspended
   
On Wednesday, March 21, NJ TRANSIT is implementing its Severe Weather Schedule Level 1 on its rail system as significant heavy, wet snow accumulation is expected throughout the state. Cross-honoring will be in effect on NJ TRANSIT bus, private bus carriers, rail, light rail and PATH at Newark, Hoboken and 33rd St. in New York. At this time, it is not anticipated that there will be cross-honoring on NY Waterway ferries.

Customers should click HERE for updates.

Rail delays and cancellations are possible as the storm progresses.

All Access Link service will be suspended statewide for Wednesday, March 21.

Bus and light rail services are anticipated to operate regular weekday schedules as long as weather conditions permit.

Light Rail delays and cancellations are possible as the storm progresses.

IMPORTANT:  Due to the projected rapid snow accumulation in conjunction with possible local and county travel bans, there is the potential for all bus service -- including bus service to/from PABT -- to be suspended before the start of the afternoon rush hour.  Customers shouldclosely monitor njtransit.com, My Transit alerts, social media and broadcast news reports for the latest status of the system.*

For customers of Bus Route Nos. 196/197, on Wednesday, March 21, NJ TRANSIT rail will cross-honor bus passes and tickets on the Port Jervis Line trains to/from Harriman, Tuxedo and Sloatsburg. Bus service to/from Warwick, N.Y., will originate/terminate at West Milford Park and Ride due to expected weather conditions.  Bus 196 will operate on a snow detour and will not operate on Skyline Drive. Short Line Bus will not operate in in Orange County.  

Allow extra time getting to and from your destination. 

Use extreme caution when walking on exposed sidewalks or station platforms and when boarding trains and buses.

Listen closely to public address announcements at stations for late-breaking service information.

*Stay connected during your commute:

• Travel Alerts page
• My Transit alert system
• Twitter: @NJTRANSIT
• Facebook: facebook.com/NJTRANSIT

For additional information and language assistance, please call NJ TRANSIT Customer Service at (973) 275-5555 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.

 

[KevinKorell]

 

NJ TRANSIT Resumes Regular Service - Thursday, March 22, 2018

 

 

On Thursday, March 22, NJ TRANSIT will operate regular weekday service. Customers may expect delays and cancellations due to the residual effects of the storm.

Access Link will resume statewide service at noon on Thursday.

Light Rail: Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, Newark Light Rail and River LINE are all expected to operate on regular weekday schedules.

Systemwide cross honoring and cross honoring with PATH will NOT be in effect for Thursday.

For the latest travel information:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Travel Alerts page
• My Transit alert system
• Twitter: @NJTRANSIT
• Facebook: facebook.com/NJTRANSIT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Travel Advice:

• Listen closely to public address announcements at stations for late-breaking service information.
• Build additional travel time into your trip to a station, terminal or bus stop.
• Stairs, flooring and platforms can be slippery, so please use caution when walking along wet surfaces or any outdoor surface exposed to the weather. Use extra care when boarding or exiting buses and trains.
• Report slippery or unsafe conditions to bus operators, train crews or NJ TRANSIT staff.  
• If you park, ensure your car is stocked with a snow brush and ice scraper so you can clear your car upon returning to the lot.

For additional information and language assistance, please call NJ TRANSIT Customer Service at (973) 275-5555 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.