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]
Keeping you safe
Metro to vendors: we’re working to help you during COVID-19 crisis
Metro remains committed to working with our vendors during and after the COVID-19 crisis. We are reviewing our payment measures to consider a range of approaches for ordering as well as processing payments that supports the continuity of supplies for Metro and takes into account the economic impacts of the [continue reading]
Metro’s mobility-on-demand service now running point-to-point trips within service zones
Metro has made emergency adjustments to its Mobility on Demand (MOD) program as a result of the COVID-19 crisis in order to ensure there are transportation options for people who need them most during this difficult time. Service zones are shown above. Beginning Wednesday, March 25, MOD service will be [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]
Effective March 23 until further notice: all Metro Bus riders must board through rear doors
To help protect Metro bus operators and be as safe as possible during the COVID-19 crisis, all Metro Bus riders will be asked to board and exit only the rear door of all buses beginning Monday, March 23 until further notice. The front door will only be available to riders [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]