LIRR service paused at Penn Station after East River Tunnel fire
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A fire in the East River Tunnel near Penn Station prompted the LIRR to suspend most service, with limited trains running between Penn Station and Jamaica and many trains diverted to Grand Central Madison. The blaze was extinguished by about 1:15 p.m. and cause is under investigation; Amtrak and NJ Transit delays were reported, cross-honoring tickets. Crews are repairing the tunnel, and a return to normal service is possible by Friday morning.
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