Disruptive synergy of NYC subway

Disruptive synergy of NYC subway

We quantify delays experienced by subway passengers arising from disruptive events,particularly from those that occur simultaneously. We determine if and to what extent the effect under such simultaneous scenarios is greater than it would be had the same disruptions occurred as separate events. The findings can be useful in supporting the planning decisions necessary to prepare for the harmful consequences arising from disruptions to complexurban networks.