COVID-19 update; Thursday, March 26
•The latest numbers from today, March 26. Keep in mind that the number of confirmed cases is expected to increase as our testing capacity increases. Help us slow the spread [continue reading]
Metro maintenance employee tests positive for COVID-19 virus
A maintenance worker at Metro’s Division 5 bus yard in South Los Angeles has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. The employee was last at work on Monday, March 16, and Metro received confirmation of a positive COVID-19 test on Monday, March 23. The worker had been hospitalized but was [continue reading]
Metrolink adjusts schedules effective Thursday due to COVID-19 crisis
The following is a letter to Metrolink riders from Metrolink CEO Stephanie Wiggins: Dear Loyal Riders – It’s hard to believe how much our lives have changed in just a few short weeks – and especially since last Thursday when Governor Newsom directed all except those working in essential services [continue reading]
Two contractors on Metro construction projects test positive for COVID-19
Two contractors working on Metro construction projects have been confirmed as having the COVID-19 virus. Neither had any involvement with the day-to-day operations of the Metro bus and rail system. The first case involves a field electrical subcontractor working on the Portal Widening & Turnback Facility project at the Red/Purple [continue reading]
COVID-19 update, Monday, March 23
•As of Monday morning, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed 409 cases of COVID-19 virus in the county with five deaths. Those numbers are expected to rise as testing increases. •Metro has stepped up cleaning, we’ve directed Metro bus operators to use the protective barriers installed [continue reading]
Metro announces service adjustments due to COVID-19 crisis
A Metro online press briefing held this morning just concluded — watch it here — with several important announcements about steps the agency is taking during the COVID-19 crisis to [continue reading]
COVID-19 update, March 19
•There are 190 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Los Angeles County as of noon Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Those numbers will be updated Thursday afternoon. •We continue to remind everyone that the best defense for everyone includes: –Wash your hands frequently with soap [continue reading]
Service Advisory: buses replace L Line (Gold) service between Lake and South Pasadena this Saturday
There will be no L Line (Gold) service between Lake and South Pasadena Stations on Saturday, March 21 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. due to scheduled maintenance. Free bus shuttles will replace trains in the area while work is performed. This means all southbound trains will travel as far [continue reading]
Metro update on COVID-19, FAQ
We’re fielding many questions from riders and hope the following FAQ answers most of your inquiries. Will you shut down service? No, at this time there are no plans to [continue reading]