MTA Chair Janno Lieber on Post-Snowstorm Service and Challenges

MTA Service Status Post-Storm

• 🚇 Subways and buses are operating on a normal schedule, with full service reported.
• ⚠️ Only 10 out of over 300 bus routes are currently detoured due to road conditions.
• 🚆 Long Island Railroad and Metro North are running, though they provided reduced service during the storm with some delays.

Storm Preparedness and Adjustments

• 💡 In advance of the storm, the MTA eliminated some rush and express bus services to prevent people from being left at bus stops.
• 🌨️ While road conditions remain challenging, especially in areas with hills and snow accumulation, the MTA was prepared for full bus service.
• 👷‍♀️ The MTA is proud to support essential workers like construction workers, nurses, and restaurant workers who rely on mass transit.

Station Conditions and Future Challenges

• ⚠️ Acknowledged issue with snow accumulation on stairs at the Forest Road-Dongan Hills station, with efforts to address it.
• 🥶 The MTA is concerned about potential ice formation on stairs due to frigid temperatures.
• 🚗 The MTA is operating fully, unlike New Jersey Transit, which is causing difficulties for New Jersey residents who work in New York.
• 🏠 The MTA is encouraging people to work remotely or stay home if possible, following the Governor's advice, but is ready for those who must commute.