Category Archives: Service Alerts

Metro Orange Line Extension testing to begin Monday, April 23

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In preparation for the grand opening of the Metro Orange Line Extension this June, Metro is preparing to start systems testing beginning Monday, April 23, for approximately three weeks.

During this testing period, buses will intermittently run along the busway for testing purposes only. The testing will take place from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. on Metro’s right-of-way east of Canoga Avenue between Vanowen Street and the Chatsworth Station.

The public is advised to be safe around buses:

  • Obey ALL warning signs and traffic signals when crossing the busway intersections.

  • Be alert at all times when near the busway.

  • Watch for buses from both directions.

  • NEVER walk, run, ride bicycles, or drive on the busway.

  • Remember to push the pedestrian crossing button to activate the “Walk” signal.

  • Use the crosswalks. Never jaywalk across the busway or use the busway as a shortcut.

  • Always look both ways before crossing the street.

Overall construction work will continue during the testing period. The construction work hours are approximately 6:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, weather permitting.

 

 

 

Bus detours in downtown L.A. this afternoon

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Due to a planned rally at Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles beginning at 4 p.m. for Trayvon Martin, the Florida teen killed in February, there are a number of Metro bus detours in place.

Please click here for more information. Service advisories can also be found on the metro.net homepage and by following Metro Alerts on Twitter, as well as Metro’s regular Twitter feed.

The best way around downtown L.A. is to use the Red and Purple line subway.

 

Latest Blue Line service update

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Due to several equipment issues throughout entire line, Metro customers are advised to anticipate significant delays today when traveling on the Blue Line.

As of 3:30 p.m., trains are serving ALL stations. Additionally, trains both ways are sharing the northbound track at the following stations: Florence, Slauson and Vernon. This is creating a significant delay due to train congestion and rush hour crowds.

Here is the current service plan in place for affected customers:

Blue Line is running according to the following schedule, subject to delays:

Every 10 min between 7th/Metro and Washington
Every 20 min between Washington and Florence
Every 10 min between Florence and LB Transit Mall
Every other southbound train will turn around at Washington due to limited single track capacity
Every other northbound train will turn around at Florence due to limited single track capacity
Bus shuttles will be provided for passengers on trains that turn around
Power has been restored and trains are sharing one track between Grand and 7th/Metro stations.

Bus shuttles (20 have been requested) are in place between Washington and Florence stations to supplement limited train capacity. Follow train and station announcements for these bus shuttles.

All Blue Line passengers between Long Beach and Imperial/Wilmington should consider using the Silver Line as an alternate.

Silver Line up-charge will be WAIVED for affected Blue Line passengers.
To use the Silver Line from 7th/Metro, walk to Flower/7th in front of The Coffee Bean, board Silver Line “Artesia Transit Center”, exit at Harbor Fwy/I-105 Station and transfer to Green Line trains upstairs.
To use the Silver Line from Imperial/Wilmington, board the Green Line towards Redondo Beach, exit at Harbor Fwy, and proceed downstairs to the Northbound Express bus stop.
Green Line passengers who normally use the Blue Line to travel Downtown may also consider the following alternates:

Norwalk – Use Line 460
Long Beach Boulevard – Use Line 760
Harbor Fwy – Use Silver Line or 450. Express upcharges WAIVED today.
Crenshaw – Use Line 710 or 757 to Purple Line
Hawthorne – Use Line 740
Aviation/LAX – Use LADOT Commuter Express 438 (Rush Only)
Please allow extra travel time, especially when connecting to Metrolink trains or other lines.

If a delay verification is needed for your employer or school, please contact Customer Relations at 213.922.6235 or Fax 213.922.6988. Please click here to view the complete service advisory.

Update on Blue Line delays today

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Blue Line:  Monday, March 26, 2012:  due to several equipment issues throughout entire line, please anticipate significant delays today when traveling on the Blue Line.

As of 11:45am, trains are serving ALL stations. Additionally, trains both ways are sharing the northbound track at the following stations: Florence, Slauson, Vernon, San Pedro, Grand, Pico.  This is creating a significant delay due to train congestion and rush hour crowds. Here is the current service plan in place for affected customers:

  • Blue Line is running approximately every 20 minutes w/ intermittent holding delays due to train congestion.
  • Power has been restored and trains are sharing 1 track between Grand & 7th/Metro.
  • Bus shuttles (22 have been requested) are in place between 7th/Metro & Florence stations to supplement limited train capacity.  Follow train & station announcements for these bus shuttles.
  • All Blue Line passengers btwn Long Beach & Imperial/Wilmington should consider using the Silver Line as an alternate.
    • Silver Line upcharge will be WAIVED for affected Blue Line passengers.
    • To use the Silver Line, board the Green Line towards Redondo Beach, exit at Harbor Fwy, and proceed downstairs to the bus stop.
  • Green Line passengers who normally use the Blue Line to travel Downtown may also consider the following alternates:
    • Norwalk – Use Line 460
    • Long Beach Bl – Use Line 760
    • Harbor Fwy – Use Silver Line or 450. Express upcharges WAIVED today.
    • Crenshaw – Use Line 710 or 757 to Purple Line
    • Hawthorne – Use Line 740
    • Aviation/LAX – Use LADOT Commuter Express 438 (Rush Only)
  • Please allow extra travel time, especially when connecting to Metrolink trains or other lines.
  • If a delay verification is needed for your employer or school, please contact Customer Relations at 213.922.6235 or Fax 213.922.6988.

Blue Line delays this morning – no service between Grand and 7th/Metro Center

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We’ll provide updates throughout the day. For more service advisories, please follow Metro’s regular Twitter feed or Metro’s service alerts on Twitter.

Blue Line:  Monday, March 26, 2012:  due to several equipment issues throughout entire line, please anticipate significant delays today when traveling on the Blue Line.

As of 8:30am, trains are serving all stations EXCEPT Pico & 7th St/Metro Ctr. Additionally, trains are sharing 1 track at the following stations: Wardlow, Del Amo, Florence, Slauson, Vernon, San Pedro, Grand, Pico.  This is creating a signficant delay due to train congestion and rush hour crowds. Here is the current service plan in place for affected customers:

  • Blue Line is running approximately every 25-30 minutes w/ intermittent holding delays due to train congestion.
  • Service has been suspended btwn Grand & 7th/Metro due to power systems issues at Pico. Bus shuttles are in place between these stations. 
  • Bus shuttles (22 have been requested) are in place between 7th/Metro & Florence stations to supplement limited train capacity.  Follow train & station announcements for these bus shuttles.
  • All Blue Line passengers btwn Long Beach & Imperial/Wilmington should consider using the Silver Lineas an alternate.
    • Silver Line upcharge will be WAIVED for affected Blue Line passengers.
    • To use the Silver Line, board the Green Line towards Redondo Beach, exit at Harbor Fwy, and proceed downstairs to the Northbound Express bus stop.
  • Green Line passengers who normally use the Blue Line to travel Downtown may also consider the following alternates:
    • Norwalk – Use Line 460
    • Long Beach Bl – Use Line 760
    • Harbor Fwy – Use Silver Line or 450. Express upcharges WAIVED today.
    • Crenshaw – Use Line 710 or 757 to Purple Line
    • Hawthorne – Use Line 740
    • Aviation/LAX – Use LADOT Commuter Express 438 (Rush Only)
  • Please allow extra travel time, especially when connecting to Metrolink trains or other lines.
  • If a delay verification is needed for your employer or school, please contact Customer Relations at 213.922.6235 or Fax 213.922.6988.

Blue Line trains may be delayed by Expo construction all day Saturday

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Due to Expo construction planned to occur all day on Saturday, March 17, weather permitting, Blue Line trains will run every 20 minutes between 7th/Metro Center Station and Washington Station, and, every 10 minutes between Washington Station and Long Beach Transit Mall. Buses will be provided to shuttle passengers between Washington and 7th/Metro Center as an additional transit option. Passengers are advised to expect an additional 10-20 minutes to complete the trip. Rainy conditions may cancel construction work. The construction involves trackwork to install communication cables underground.

Go Metro to the Los Angeles Marathon

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Last year's rainy L.A. Marathon. Photo by Calvin Fleming, via Flickr creative commons.

Metro Rail is a great way for spectators to view thousands of runners during the 27th annual Los Angeles Marathon set for Sunday, March 18.

SPECTATORS: Eight Metro Rail stations are within walking distance of the race course: the Chinatown and Little Tokyo/Arts District Gold Line stations and Union Station, Civic Center, Vermont/Sunset, Hollywood/Western, Hollywood/Vine and Hollywood/Highland Red Line subway stations.

RACE DAY DETOURS: Metro Bus service will be diverted to bypass the 26-mile ‘Stadium to the Sea’ marathon race course. Here is the service advisory for the detours.

SPECIAL RAIL SERVICE: Metro to operate six-car trains on the Red and Purple subway lines and two-car trains on  the Gold Line. Purchase a day pass to avoid lines after event. Staff will assist customers transferring to and from bus service at Vermont/Santa Monica Red Line station and where needed.

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Expo Line testing to expand on Sunday, March 18

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Here’s the news release from Metro, hot off the presses:

Metro will expand the operation of test trains along the Metro Expo Line corridor beginning Sunday, March 18, running trains from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m., seven days a week, on a schedule of every 12 minutes to simulate regular service on the line once the system opens in early 2012.

Test trains have been operating along the alignment from approximately 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. The additional train testing is needed in an effort to test the operation of the trains and the integration of Expo Line service with Metro Blue Line service in downtown Los Angeles. No date has been set for the opening of the line. Metro will select an opening date for the public once all systems and trains are thoroughly tested and operated.

Due to the increased frequency of trains traveling along the entire Metro Expo Line corridor, Metro is reminding the public to be alert and stay updated on rail safety tips.

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