Six Train Lines Temporarily Halted Due to ‘Network Communications Issue': MTA

"We are troubleshooting a network communications issue that is impacting service on lines 1-6," the MTA tweeted

What to Know

  • A "network communications issue" temporarily halted service on six different train lines on Saturday, the MTA said
  • Trains on the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 lines were all being held in their stations as of around 11 a.m., the agency tweeted
  • The MTA offered suggestions for alternative train and bus routes on its Twitter page

A "network communications issue" temporarily halted service on six different train lines on Saturday, the MTA said. 

Trains on the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 lines were all being held in their stations as of around 11 a.m., the agency tweeted. 

Service on trains in the Bronx and Manhattan was moving again as of around 11:45 a.m., according to the MTA. 

"We are troubleshooting a network communications issue that is impacting service on lines 1-6," the MTA said. 

"The information displayed on countdown clocks may or may not be accurate. We will provide updates as we work to resolve the issue," the agency added. 

The MTA offered suggestions for alternative train and bus routes on its Twitter page. 

"If your travel has been impacted by this outage, please see a station agent to receive a Courtesy Pass for service on another train or bus," the agency said.

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