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Amtrak service interruptions persist following blaze near railway in New York City

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NEW YORK — Disruptions to Amtrak services on the Northeast corridor persisted on Wednesday because of a fire incident that occurred near a train route in New York City.

Train operations between New York City and New Haven, Connecticut, were suspended, prompting officials to recommend that passengers utilize Metro-North services instead. Railroad authorities indicated on Tuesday evening that they anticipated the resumption of regular services by 2 p.m. on Wednesday.

The service halt began on Tuesday afternoon when a fire ignited along the tracks in the Bronx area, leading to delays not only between New York and New Haven but also affecting travel between New York and Washington, as well as Boston and New Haven.

According to Con Edison representatives, the fire erupted while Amtrak staff were conducting maintenance on a high-voltage feeder cable and transformer. The blaze subsequently spread to a nearby warehouse and impacted a parking area of a Con Edison substation, resulting in damage to three vehicles, as noted by spokesperson Philip O’Brien.