After fire, NYC rail passengers endure overcrowded commutes

NEW YORK (AP) — An estimated 150,000 rail passengers had to endure overcrowded, slow commutes Wednesday, a day after a fire damaged elevated train tracks in New York City, but many seemed unfazed by the evening rush hour as they grappled with limited service.

A fire Tuesday night at a garden center underneath Metro-North tracks in Manhattan's East Harlem section, north of Grand Central Terminal, halted train service for hours.

On Wednesday, fire marshals ruled the blaze an accident, saying it was caused by fuel that was spilled on a hot generator as it was being refilled.

Commuters were warned to expect delays and crowds, and they were urged to work from home or find alternate travel plans.