Long Island Rail Road delayed through Jamaica Station due to switch problem
NEW YORK -- Long Island Rail Road passengers faced delays for the Friday morning commute.
All main line trains were running with 30 to 45 minute delays through Jamaica Station due to a switch problem.
"Trains are holding in stations, and service through Jamaica is suspended in both directions due to ongoing switch trouble," the railroad posted on social media at 7:08 a.m.
An update shared at 7:24 a.m. said trains have been restored but are running with residual delays.
"Customers can anticipate some scattered delays through Jamaica as maintainers continue to address a switch problem at the station," the railroad posted at 9:11 a.m.
Riders were encouraged to find alternate means of travel, and subways were cross honoring tickets between Jamaica and Penn Station Grand Central on the E, F and 7 trains.