September 02, 2021

Statement from Janno Lieber, Acting MTA Chair and CEO on Storm Impact
"This has been a historic and challenging night for the region, our customers and transit workers. Torrential rains caused massive amounts of water to enter subways and flood roads, creating severe disruptions to service. Our concern is for those who were in trains stuck after up to six inches of rain fell within hours, and top priority is working with first responders to safely evacuate everyone from the system. New Yorkers should not attempt to travel until further notice. We will be deploying maximum pump capacity and surging workers into the system when it's safe so that as this epic storm abates, service can be restored as soon as possible." 
 
On Background as of 12:35 a.m.
  • Very limited subway service 
  • Evacuations of at least six subway trains stuck between stations have been completed
  • Limited bus service, however this remains the best option for essential travel
  • Metro-North Railroad suspended all trains on all lines for safety reasons due to mounting water 
  • Long Island Rail Road service shut down after trains en route reach their final destinations
 
 
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