NJ Transit rail service experienced a brief suspension in and out of NY Penn Station on Tuesday night, as announced by transit officials. The suspension was attributed to Amtrak track conditions.
The service was restored around 9 p.m. following the suspension, although commuters faced heavy delays of up to an hour.
Impact of Poor Conditions in Hudson River Tunnels:
The disruption was attributed to poor track conditions in the Hudson River Tunnels, which affected the flow of rail traffic.
Cross-Honoring of Tickets by PATH:
In response to the service suspension, NJ Transit tickets and passes continued to be cross-honored by PATH at various stations, including Newark Penn Station, Hoboken, and 33rd St., New York, facilitating alternative travel arrangements for affected passengers.