**Service Restored After Power Loss Halts Multiple Manhattan Subway Lines**
A major service disruption on Thursday evening left thousands of New Yorkers scrambling for alternative ways to reach their destinations during the busy evening commute. Subway service was thrown into disarray as a power loss on the third rail near 59th Street Columbus Circle halted B and C train operations citywide in both directions, according to the MTA. The agency also said A and D trains were suspended between 125th Street and 59th Street, affecting one of the busiest transit corridors in the city.
Chaos in Manhattan
Commuters traveling through Midtown and Uptown were being rerouted. Northbound E trains were operating on the M line between West 4 St-Washington Square and 5 Av/53 St to provide an alternative route for some riders, officials said. Power was eventually restored to the signaling system near Columbus Circle, the MTA said around 7:30 p.m., and A, B, C, D, and E trains were back up and running with severe delays in both directions.
Advice for Riders
Riders were advised to consider alternate lines, including the 1, N, Q, R, and W, while service recovery efforts continued. The cause of the power loss was not immediately known. Riders were advised to check the MTA’s website or social media channels for the latest updates.
Impact on Commuters
The disruption had a significant impact on the daily lives of New Yorkers, many of whom rely on the subway to get to work, school, and other important destinations. The sudden halt in service forced people to come up with creative solutions to navigate the city, from taking buses to walking long distances.
As a New Yorker myself, I can empathize with the frustration and inconvenience caused by unexpected subway delays. It’s moments like these that remind us of the importance of reliable public transportation and the need for contingency plans when things don’t go as smoothly as we’d like. Let’s hope for smoother rides ahead for all commuters as the MTA works to prevent similar incidents in the future.
