Long Island Rail Road commuters may experience a challenging few years as Amtrak prepares to close the East River tunnels for repairs stemming from Superstorm Sandy damage. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority warns that a complete shutdown of one of Penn Station's critical tunnels for these repairs might be too risky. Amtrak plans to work on two of four tunnels over three years, impacting LIRR and New Jersey Transit services. The MTA urges Amtrak to reconsider its approach to minimize disruptions for commuters during this period.
Amtrak's plan to fully shut down one of Penn Station's vital rail tunnels for repairs could drastically impact Long Island Rail Road commuters in the coming years.
Amtrak's decision comes after identifying significant damage from Superstorm Sandy, necessitating vital repairs that, if under-taken fully, could risk service reliability.
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