LIRR Suspends Service to Greenport, Passengers Brace for Other Disruptions

The Long Island Railroad has suspended service starting Wednesday morning from Ronkonkoma to Greenport in the face of a predicted to hit the region with up to 15 inches of snow and gale-force winds up to 35 mph, according to the Metropolitan Transit Authority's website.

MTA officials said the LIRR hopes to keep service rolling on all its 11 branches but may need to temporarily suspend trains if 10 or more inches of snow accumulate to keep trains from being stranded. 

The LIRR said it would continually evaluate the impact of the storm on and urged customers to consult the MTA’s website for the latest updates on branches that may be affect by cancellations. 

Patch will also keep readers updated.

The LIRR also suspended service east of Speonk following Tuesday evening's rush hour. There will be no overnight or morning train service between Montauk and Speonk. Buses will be provided for customers heading east of Speonk, starting with the 8:53 p.m. train from Jamaica, scheduled to arrive in Montauk at 11:57 p.m.

MTA officials are urging customers who are not required to travel on Wednesday morning not to. Those who must utilize the LIRR Wednesday are urged to “take extra care during the storm,” including watching their steps on platforms and stairways due to potentially slippery conditions.

For the latest service updates customers can check the MTA’s website or call the LIRR’s Travel Information Center at 718-217-5477.