NEW YORK — The MTA warned commuters about possible service or travel disruptions from Grand Central Termina due to pro-Palestinian demonstrations planned for Monday afternoon.
In a social post on X, formerly Twitter, the Long Island Rail Road account noted that passengers should “expect possible access restrictions to/from Grand Central due to protests in the area.” Shortly after, a follow-up post said restrictions were in place.
The MTA recommends travelers allow additional travel time to Grand Central on Monday afternoon.
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Expect possible access restrictions to/from Grand Central due to demonstrations in the area.
Follow guidance from on-site MTA personnel and the police.
Build in added travel time and use our TrainTime app or to see how train service is running. pic.twitter.com/zT5g1vA5r7
— LIRR (@LIRR) December 18, 2023
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.@NYPDnews Protest Activity: Expect traffic delays & emergency personnel near Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan. Use alternate routes.
— NYCEM – Notify NYC (@NotifyNYC) December 18, 2023
Protesters began gathering in the main hall of Grand Central shortly after 3:00 p.m. Police closed some of the entrances to the terminal.
Flyers posted on social media also said protests were planned at the Port Authority bus terminal and at Penn Station on Monday.
By 3:20 p.m., a large group of protesters had left Grand Central and were walking west on 42nd Street.
2023-12-18 22:02:13
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