A fire erupted under an eastbound PATH train in Jersey City at approximately 6:19 a.m., leading to a significant evacuation of passengers due to smoke inhalation. Thirteen people received treatment for smoke exposure, with nine taken to a hospital for further evaluation. Meanwhile, PATH services faced widespread disruptions, leading to multiple line suspensions, although some lines resumed partial operation by 10 a.m. Passengers were advised to seek alternate transportation solutions via NJ Transit and New York Waterway. An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently ongoing.
A fire broke out under an eastbound PATH train in Jersey City, causing smoke to fill a train car and necessitating an evacuation of passengers.
Thirteen individuals received treatment for smoke inhalation following the incident, with nine transported to a hospital for further assessment.
Services on various PATH train lines were disrupted, leading to multiple route suspensions, while arrangements were made for commuters to use NJ Transit and NY Waterway services.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, with PATH and Jersey City Fire Department crews handling the situation at the Newport station.
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