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Subway Power Failures Exposed | New York City News
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An MTA audit reveals a shocking 19% failure rate in critical subway substation maintenance in 2024, raising alarms about safety and reliability. The findings echo the devastating December 2024 Brooklyn substation explosion that trapped thousands underground — an incident worsened by poor tracking of equipment issues and unqualified staff investigating the damage. In response, NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow vows action: 30 substations already repaired, a $3 billion overhaul planned, and leadership restructured for accountability. Investigators now urge bringing in outside experts to prevent future disasters.
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