LIRR strike: What to know about the rail workers' walkout
Summary
Workers for the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) started a strike, stopping train service for the first time in 32 years. Over 300,000 commuters who travel between Long Island and New York City are affected, and city officials are preparing alternate travel plans like shuttle buses and parking near subway stations.Key Facts
- The LIRR strike began at midnight on Saturday after contract talks failed.
- More than 300,000 people use the LIRR daily to commute.
- The strike is the first work stoppage for the LIRR in 32 years.
- The main issues in negotiations were pay raises and health care costs.
- The unions say the MTA added new demands about healthcare just before the deadline.
- City officials expect buses and subways to be crowded due to the strike.
- Authorities set up shuttle buses to Queens subway stations for essential workers.
- Commuters can park at Citi Field to access the subway during the strike.
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