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L Train Track Fire Sparks Delays And Commuter Nightmare

April 4, 2016 8:40am | Updated April 4, 2016 8:40am
The train was disrupted because of FDNY activity at Third Avenue, officials said.
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MANHATTAN — A Third Avenue track fire on the L line temporarily halted service and sparked a commuter nightmare during Monday morning's rush hour, according to train announcements and commuters.

Manhattan-bound trains were terminating at Bedford Avenue as of 8:33 a.m. because of FDNY activity in the Third Avenue station, according to the MTA.

They resumed normal service with some delays about 8:55 a.m., the MTA said.

An FDNY spokesman did not have further information about the incident.

Riders vented their frustration on social media.

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