MTA removes netting that trapped, killed birds
The MTA is making changes at its LIRR station in Lindenhurst after a situation proved deadly to some pigeons in the area. Workers on Wednesday removed netting that was trapping the birds in an overpass.
•
Jul 16, 2015, 6:34 AM
•
Updated 3,451 days ago
Share:
The MTA is making changes at its LIRR station in Lindenhurst after a situation proved deadly to some pigeons in the area.
Workers on Wednesday removed netting that was trapping the birds in an overpass.
Although the birds are no longer trapped, officials say many of them remain in the space.
News 12 previously reported that the birds were dying off after becoming trapped inside the net. MTA officials say the nets were installed in an attempt to keep pigeons out.
State Sen. Phil Boyle says the plan was made with good intentions, but needs improvement. In the meanwhile, he asks commuters to be mindful of leaving food around that might attract more birds.
More from News 12
1:31
Officials: 3 firefighters injured; multiple residents displaced by Jericho condo fire
2:40
Sunshine and cold temps on Long Island; rainy weekend ahead
0:19
Power restored in Valley Stream after Christmas Day outage
0:17
Police: Suspect wanted for stealing $500 hair accessory from Riverhead Target
1:50
Celebrating light and tradition: Baldwin's menorah lighting kicks off Hanukkah
1:43
