THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2025 Page 7 MBTA Announces Temporary Lynn Ferry Schedule Adjustment through April 29 in Response to Right Whale Protection Measures B OSTON — In coordination with federal environmental protections, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) today announced a temporary schedule adjustment beginning today through at least April 29 to Lynn Ferry service due to the recent implementation of a Right Whale “Dynamic Management Area” (DMA) in Broad Sound, which is the main transit route for the Lynn Ferry. Right whales have recently been sighted in Broad Sound. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued guidance for all vessels in Broad Sound to reduce speeds to 10 knots to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic right whales. Although the guidance is technically voluntary, the MBTA and Boston Harbor City Cruises (BHC) have agreed to fully comply out of an abundance of caution and environmental responsibility. According to the NOAA, one of the leading causes of death for Right Whales is vessel strikes. These whales often swim at or just below the surface, making them vulnerable to fast-moving vessels. Vessel slowdowns — like the current Broad Sound speed zone — dramatically reduce the chance of lethal collisions. As a result, ferry trips between Lynn and Boston will take approximately 90 minutes at this time, an increase from the usual 40-minute travel time. This change affects only the Lynn Ferry route. All other ferry services remain unaff ected. Service Change Eff ective Today: Due to this service change, the following Lynn Ferry trips are cancelled for Wednesday, April 16: From Boston: • 4:00 PM outbound • 7:15 PM outbound From Lynn: • 5:00 PM inbound • 6:30 PM inbound Please note: The only Lynn Ferry trip operating today will be the 5:45 PM outbound departure from Long Wharf (North) to Lynn. Riders should expect this trip to arrive approximately 40 minutes later than usual. Temporary Schedule Effective Thursday, April 17 through Tuesday, April 29: Beginning Thursday and continuing through at least Tuesday, April 29, the Lynn Ferry will operate on a modifi ed alternate schedule: • Inbound trips from Lynn: • Departing Lynn at 7:30 AM, arriving at Long Wharf at 8:55 AM • Departing Lynn at 10:45 AM, arriving at Long Wharf at 12:15 PM • One outbound trip departing Boston at 5:45 PM, arriving Lynn at 7:15 PM The MBTA will continue to monitor updates from NOAA and may further adjust service as needed. More About North Atlantic Right Whales According to NOAA Fisheries, North Atlantic right whales were hunted to near-extinction during the whaling era as a result of being slow-moving. When killed, they yielded high quantities of oil—making them a highly sought after whale to hunt. Listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, and International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, the North Atlantic Right Whale is considered a critically endangered species with fewer than 360 individuals remaining (and fewer than 70 breeding females). They can span up to 52 feet in length and weigh up to 70 tons, and travel seasonally between cold northern feeding grounds (e.g., New England, Canadian Maritimes) and warm southern calving grounds (e.g., off Georgia and Florida). Their lifespan is typically up to 70 years or more. As a top predator and a large marine mammal, right whales play a crucial role in maintainMBTA | SEE Page 17 If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! BEST! Celebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available
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