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Release Date: 
May 13, 2019

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is the region’s largest public transit provider, offering safe, reliable and affordable transportation services about 370,000 times per day. Besides operating more than 1,200 buses on METRO’s network, METRORail's system includes the Red Line (Main Street and Northline), Green Line (East End) and Purple Line (Southeast). METRO’s services also include: STAR Vanpool, METROLift, HOV/HOT lanes, Bike & Ride program, Park & Ride, and road improvement projects. Learn more about METRO services at ridemetro.org where you will also find useful tools like the RideMETRO app where you can plan your trip and even pay your fare from your phone.

Green Line Service Restored

Emergency Repairs Near Completion 

Repair work along METRORail's Green Line was completed this afternoon. Rail service is now running as scheduled from Theater District Station to the Magnolia Transit Center. This follows yesterday's restoration of service along the north extension of the Red Line.

A partial shutdown on the Purple Line remains in effect from EaDo/ Stadium Station to Palm Center Station as work to reinforce overhead electrical wires continues. Emergency repairs were started last week as a safety precaution on all three of the rail lines after two wire breaks were detected. 

Free bus shuttles are available along the Purple Line to transport customers. It is expected service will be fully restored by the end of the week.