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LIRR service resumes on Montauk branch following broken rail

The suspension spans from Montauk to Southampton due to the broken rail near East Hampton.

Tara Rincon

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Christine Amante

May 8, 2026, 7:45 AM

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Long Island Rail Road crews have fixed a broken rail on the East End. Service has been restored on the Montauk branch following a previous suspension in East Hampton.

The suspension was from Montauk to Southampton.

For the latest information, LIRR riders can check the MTA’s website and app.

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