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 #1430975  by east point
 
philipmartin wrote:The LIRR and NJT are e both being nailed by signal problems in the tunnels under both rivers.
Wonder if that is a result of the "Sandy" salt water intrusions causing signal wiring to deteriorate ?
 #1431126  by Backshophoss
 
It'a combo deal,old cabling,Sandy damage,and way too many "meatball" type patch repairs.
Add to that little or no time to do proper repairs/replacement work,and heavy traffic levels.