NJ Transit delays today: Extreme heat causing equipment issues, service interruptions
NJ Transit continues to have delays due to heat
The heat is causing some major issues for NJ Transit riders. They've been warned they could see delays and cancellations throughout the next few days. FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo reports.
NEW YORK CITY - NJ Transit is warning riders to be prepared for the possibility of heat-related delays and cancelations for the next two or three days.
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The agency put out a message Tuesday on their website, warning of potential delays and cancelations due to the scorching hot temperatures.
"We are experiencing heat-related rail equipment issues to the air-conditioning/electronic components due to the extreme & excessive temps," the agency said. "As a result customers may experience delays & it may be necessary to cancel/combine select trips for the next 48-72 hours. Our rail maintenance crews are working diligently to make repairs & restore equipment as quickly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience."
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According to New Jersey Transit, rail maintenance crews are working around the clock to make necessary repairs and restore impacted equipment.
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