Freight Train Derailment Disrupts NJ Transit Services

A Conrail freight train derailment near Union Station in Union Township, New Jersey, on February 18, 2025, has caused significant disruption to NJ Transit's Raritan Valley Line. Approximately 20 rail cars derailed, leading to suspended service between Cranford and Newark Penn Station, with no reported injuries or hazardous materials involved. NJ Transit has implemented substitute bus services to accommodate passengers traveling beyond Cranford, and limited hourly train services have resumed between Raritan and Cranford, with full service expected to resume within a few days. Commuters on other lines have also faced delays due to weather-related issues, including ice and a sinkhole on I-80 East. Passengers are advised to check NJ Transit’s website and social media for updates on service restoration and alternative routes.