LIRR cancellations to continue all week after derailment requires repairs
Photo credit: MTA / Patrick Cashin | Long Island Rail Road crews worked overnight in rain and sleet to re-rail a derailed train in Rego Park, Queens. (March 19, 2013)
Long Island Rail Road commuters should expect train cancellations and other service disruptions for the rest of the week as crews repair extensive damage caused by a derailment in Queens Monday night.
The railroad Tuesday canceled 11 morning-rush trains and seven during the evening rush, and rerouted several other trains. LIRR officials said similar service changes are likely through Friday...
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