Go Metro or NO METRO?
Although Metro has taken steps to help prevent the spread of COVID 19 on rails and buses including limiting hours, providing protective shields for their drivers and providing hand sanitizer at major stops and Metro train stations – some cities like Carson are calling on Metro to stop its operations completely.
Carson has halted all bus service with Mayor Al Robles insinuating that Metro isn’t doing enough to stop the spread of the highly-contagious coronavirus on its lines.
Good news for Metro … our public transit system still transports over 300,000 essential travelers per day…. plus …Metro just got news Beverly Hills NC will allow the partial street closure of WILSHIRE BLVD… cutting 6months off the new decking for the Wilshire/Rodeo Station. #progress #Infrastructure #construction #transportation #beverlyhills #bhnc #goodnews
Bad news…Ridership is down 80% and as of now, 19 Metro workers/contractors have reported cases of contracting Covid 19… #prayers #coronavirus #getwellsoon #badnews
So is Metro Safe to Ride?
Technically speaking with new safety regulations in place, such as rear boarding, and efforts to limit overcrowding, Metro CEO Philip Washington has answered yes!
Metro is continuing to sanitize each train or bus at end of shift. As long as passengers avoid taking unnecessary trips, #Stayhome keep a fair social distance, wash their hands frequently and dawn protection mask, as newly suggested by the City of Los Angeles, riding Metro should be as safe as it ever was.
Do you think Metro is doing too much or not enough? Follow @dtlaweekly and leave a comment @metrolosangeles #SurvivingDTLA
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