The Advance Warning System (AWS) disseminates information to people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs through their service providers. Please share the important information below with your clients and other agencies or individuals to empower them to make informed decisions.
Dear AWS partners,
As of Saturday, 5/16, Long Island Rail Road service is suspended. To accommodate passengers, the MTA will provide limited shuttle bus service on weekdays for essential workers and those who cannot telecommute. Accessible travel options will be available at LIRR and Queens stations. Customer Ambassadors will be assigned to each location to assist ADA customers.
Third rail power will remain live at all times. Please do not enter LIRR tracks or the right-of-way at any time. Non-passenger patrol trains will continue to operate throughout the LIRR system. Motorists and pedestrians must continue to stop at grade crossings when gates are lowered and obey crossing warnings. Crossing gates will remain active. Trains can come from any direction at any time.
For more information, shuttle bus locations and list of travel alternatives, visit: on.nyc.gov/4eHPWJ9
The Advance Warning System (AWS) alerts organizations who work with people with disabilities and access and functional needs to various types of hazards and emergencies in New York City that may affect people's independence and daily lives. Participating organizations receive public preparedness and emergency information that they can relay to their clients and other similar agencies. If you work for an organization that serves people with disabilities or access and functional needs you can subscribe for AWS Alerts at the following link: https://www.advancewarningsystemnyc.org/aws
Please do no reply to this e-mail. This mailbox is not monitored. To make changes or receive assistance with your account, please login to the AWS website or contact us through the AWS website. If you think you or someone else may have an emergency, call 911 immediately.