MBTA Commuter Rail tracks compromised by flooding in Leominster

Flooding during Monday's deluge washed away the ground from underneath Commuter Rail tracks running through Leominster, Massachusetts, forcing the ...

September 13, 2023
12:00 AM

Flooding during Monday's deluge washed away the ground from underneath Commuter Rail tracks running through Leominster, Massachusetts, forcing the MBTA to halt train service to part of the Fitchburg Line. All trains on the line will be stopping at Shirley Station because of the damage. Commuter Rail officials said that bus service will replace trains at Wachusett, Fitchburg at North Leominster stations. About 9 inches of rain fell in Leominster, which washed out roadways and sent flood waters into homes and businesses.

Phil Tenser