Amtrak plans to close one westbound track in the East River Tunnel, sparking concerns from New York officials about severe transit disruptions. Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams express fears over the impact on MTA trains, as unforeseen issues could lead to total tunnel closure. Amtrak promises mitigation strategies, including continuous engineering coverage and increased inspections during the construction, which lasts 13 months. The feasibility of adjusting dynamic pricing during the closure is also under review. A need for third-party evaluations of project impacts has been highlighted by Hochul.
Amtrak’s commitment to minimizing impacts during the tunnel closure is reiterated by spokesperson Jason Abrams, who emphasizes around-the-clock engineering coverage and proactive measures.
Despite meetings with state officials, Amtrak is moving forward with its tunnel closure plans, leading to fears of significant transit disruptions among New Yorkers.
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