MTA Warns of High Winds as Nor'easter Approaches New York City
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Updated Fri 00:00
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What happened
A nor'easter is approaching the region, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority officials state that sustained high winds over 48 hours are the greatest threat to the transit system. The risk involves downed trees in open cut or depressed areas of the subway system. The MTA plans to keep trains and buses operating, although service suspensions remain a possibility.
From abc7ny.com
Why it matters
The MTA is deploying crews to strategic locations across its entire regional network. The agency has stockpiled generators and other equipment to respond to issues such as downed trees. The operational status of the system is dependent on the severity of the weather event.
From abc7ny.com
Who's involved
- Metropolitan Transportation AuthorityPublic transportation organization managing the service network in New York City.
- Janno LieberChairman of the MTA, providing updates on the operational challenges.
- New York CityThe primary service area for the transit network.
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