Part of RTA Red Line Closed for Track Work

A portion of the Greater Cleveland RTA Red Line closed on Sunday for track repair and will be out of service through Aug. 11.

The affected track is between the Puritas and West 117^th Street stations. Passengers using those stations will ride a 66R bus at no extra fare.

RTA officials said passengers should add 30 minutes to their typical commute.

The work involves installation of new rails and 7,300 new crossties. Tracks will be replaced at the West Park and Triskett stations, which lie between Puritas and West 117th.

For an updated schedule and more information, see riderta.com.

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