MTA officials have warned that Amtrak's decision to close one East River tunnel at a time for repairs may severely disrupt Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) service for several years. During this time, Amtrak plans to repair two tunnels damaged by Hurricane Sandy. The MTA board condemned the plan, arguing that repairs should occur overnight and on weekends instead. LIRR President Rob Free highlighted the risks involved in the closure, stating that any operational issues could lead to service shutdowns. The MTA is advocating for a more efficient approach to minimize rider inconvenience.
Amtrak's plan to fully close a tunnel for repairs "leaves little to no room for error," potentially disrupting LIRR operations significantly during the three-year process.
MTA Chair Janno Lieber expressed concern, stating, "Amtrak's track record, for us, is a little terrifying," criticizing their approach to tunnel repairs.
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