Subway Chaos Engulfs Brooklyn as Power Outage Cripples Multiple Lines
Transit riders faced significant disruptions Wednesday night as a loss of third-rail power near the Jay Street-MetroTech station threw several subway lines into chaos.
The MTA announced they were “investigating a loss of third-rail power near Jay St-MetroTech,” stating A and C trains were suspended between West 4th Street-Washington Square in Manhattan and Broadway Junction in Brooklyn.
Northbound A Trains Grind to a Halt at Broadway Junction
For those traveling northbound on the A line, Broadway Junction became the unexpected terminus. Southbound passengers on both A and C trains found their journeys cut short, with some diverted to Second Avenue on the F line or World Trade Center on the E line.
F Train Rerouting Creates Complex Web for Commuters
Adding to the confusion, the F train service was significantly altered. Trains were rerouted onto the G line in both directions between Bergen Street and Court Square in Brooklyn. They then continued service on the E line to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Avenue in Queens, creating a convoluted and unfamiliar route for many riders.
Additionally, F trains were running in both directions on the D line between West 4th Street-Washington Square in Manhattan and Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn.
G Train Service Interrupted in Brooklyn
Adding insult to injury, a stretch of the G train line was also impacted by the power outage. No G trains were operational between Bedford-Nostrand Avenues and Church Avenue in Brooklyn, further complicating travel for commuters relying on this line.
LIRR Offers Commuters Relief With Cross-Honoring of MetroCards
Amidst the chaos, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) stepped in to help stranded passengers. The LIRR announced they were cross-honoring MetroCard holders and OMNY users between Penn Station/Grand Central-Madison and Far Rockaway, as well as between Atlantic Avenue and Jamaica Station, offering a lifeline for those seeking alternative transportation options.
Cause of Power Outage Remains Uncertain
Con Edison, the utility provider responsible for the power grid, stated that the cause of the outage remained unclear. “It’s unclear whether the issue is weather-related,” the company said.
The disruptions caused widespread frustration among commuters, with many facing long delays, overcrowded platforms, and uncertain travel times.
The MTA urged commuters to check for updated service information and consider alternative routes while they worked to restore normal service.
