NJ TRANSIT Rail Operations has approximately 20,000 pounds of salt on hand with the ability to obtain an additional 100,000 pounds, if needed.In addition, all locomotives are equipped with snowplows to clear snow from the rails. Two jet-engine-powered snow blowers are available to remove ice and snow from tracks and critical switching areas.NJ TRANSIT’s preventative maintenance program also includes the inspection and winter maintenance of more than 750 switches and switch heaters, overhead wire systems, 12 moveable bridges and wayside power at storage yards and terminals.Rail cars and locomotives have been “winterized,” a process that includes checking onboard heating systems, ventilation, thermostats, weather stripping and electronic components, as well as changing locomotive filters and fuel from a summer blend to a winter blend.NJ TRANSIT Preparations for Winter Weather Key personnel will monitor any impacts to the system throughout the duration of the storm.įor further details and updated travel information, sign up for My Transit Alerts, download the NJ TRANSIT app and follow us on Social Media. NJ TRANSIT’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will be open and closely monitoring weather forecasts and conditions as the storm develops. Customers should closely monitor social media, MyTransit alerts or for the latest service information.Ĭustomers may see trains and light rail vehicles operating during the service day tomorrow, those cars are operating without passengers to keep catenary wires and rail lines free of snow and ice. Customers are encouraged to only use the ACRL for essential travel only. Regular weekday service will operate on the Atlantic City Rail Line on Monday, as long as weather conditions safely allow.
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