VIDEO: LIRR's 'Darth Vader' Snow-Clearing Train Readies Tracks As Regular Service Begins Again Wednesday

"After a blizzard that slammed Long Island with more than 30 inches of snow and wind gusts of more than 80 miles per hour in certain areas - as well as shutting down the Long Island Rail Road - the Metropolitan Transit Authority announced Tuesday that regular weekday service will begin Wednesday with the morning commute."

"The LIRR will run regular service beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday morning Feb. 25, however customers can expect to see some schedule adjustments due to lingering effects of the historic blizzard, in places. Trains will provide service to all three New York City terminals."

"LIRR crews continue to work around the clock to clear large snow drifts from 700 miles of track and multiple train yards where equipment is stored. Personnel remain deployed throughout the operating region spreading salt and clearing surfaces of snow, keeping signals, switches, and third rails operating, and attending to any weather-related challenges."

A severe blizzard impacted Long Island with over 30 inches of snow and wind gusts exceeding 80 miles per hour, forcing the Long Island Rail Road to suspend operations. The MTA announced that regular weekday service will resume Wednesday, February 25, beginning at 12:01 a.m., with trains serving all three New York City terminals. However, customers should anticipate schedule modifications as lingering effects persist. LIRR crews continue working around the clock to clear snow drifts from 700 miles of track and multiple train yards, while personnel spread salt and clear surfaces to maintain signal, switch, and third rail operations. Customers can access real-time service information through mta.info, the MTA app, and the TrainTime app.

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