BOSTON – January 3, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA's commuter rail operating partner, announced today a Reduced Schedule for Thursday due to the expected heavy snowfall, extreme cold and wind gusts.
The commuter rail published a pre-determined Reduced Schedule in November. Schedules online and in the Keolis app will be updated to show only trains operating during Thursday's Reduced Schedule. On printed schedules, trains shaded in yellow will not operate Thursday. Express trains may make local stops as necessary.
Keolis will provide updates to passengers through Twitter at @MBTA_CR, MBTA.com, station signage and onboard announcements. Passengers can also sign up for T-Alerts at MBTA.com.
According to recent National Weather Service forecasts, approximately 8 – 12 inches of snow is expected across the commuter rail network Thursday. Sustained winds of 35 mph or more are expected with gusts as high as 65 mph in certain areas.
The extreme temperatures combined with Thursday's storm could create delays and will require regular snow-clearing operations on the track and network. Delays are possible during a Reduced Schedule, and passengers are encouraged to check schedules before traveling.