Extreme heat and strained infrastructure caused massive delays and agony for thousands of commuters in the Northeast this week. Amtrak and New Jersey Transit experienced malfunctions and mechanical problems, leading to suspensions in rail service between New Jersey and New York. The disruptions occurred during some of the hottest days of the year, with Amtrak citing a circuit breaker failure and brush fire close to the tracks. Rail experts highlighted how extreme heat can strain infrastructure, causing stress on rails and forcing trains to slow down. Furthermore, climate experts warned that climate change will likely lead to more weather-related delays in the future. New Jersey Transit acknowledged the unacceptable impact on customers and commuters expressed frustration over the ongoing issues with the transit system. Overall, the combination of extreme heat and infrastructure challenges created a week of chaos and frustration for commuters throughout the region.