A monstrous winter storm is expected to hit the tri-state area on Sunday — dumping up to 12 inches in some areas. A weather event like the one that is anticipated for the region makes for incredibly dangerous driving and travel conditions.

New York riders are already finding ways to bypass the new MTA subway gates that were developed in part to stop fare. evasion.

Phase 2 will extend Q train service north from 96th Street to 125th Street and Lexington Avenue, adding stations at 106th, 116th and 125th streets. The project is scheduled to enter revenue service in September 2032, according to MTA project documents.

The Second Avenue Subway will expand west on 125th Street, Gov. Hochul said, adding three new stations and ending at Broadway in Morningside Heights.

The MTA needs to upgrade fire systems, add waterproofing measures and shore up electrical systems at its newest subway stations.