A Train to Rockaways Reopens After 4-Month Shutdown for Repairs and Upgrades

A Train Service Restored to Rockaways

• 🚆 A train service has officially resumed to the Rockaways after a four-month shutdown for essential repairs and upgrades.
• 💡 The closure allowed for modernization of aging tracks and the installation of storm-proofing features.

Key Infrastructure Upgrades

• 🌉 The Haml Y viaduct was rebuilt with 1500 feet of new track, now considered the most resilient in the subway system.
• 🌊 Flood mitigation walls, including wave barriers, were installed to enhance resilience against storms.
• ⚙️ Upgrades also included work on the South Channel Bridge drawbridge equipment, which was nearly 50 years old.

Impact on Riders and Community

• 📈 The project is critical for over 12,000 daily riders who rely on the A train as an artery for the area.
• ✅ Riders expressed happiness and relief at the return of service, noting the inconvenience of the previous shuttle bus system.
• ⚠️ While major work is complete, some minor resiliency work, like signal work, will continue through 2026.