Daily Coronavirus Cleaning Starts On NYC's Subway System

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) in New York has shifted to cleaning subway trains and stations every 24 hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as New York remains a virus epicenter. This involves shutting down services from 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM daily. The MTA is disinfecting all touchpoints across nearly 500 stations, with over 1,000 police officers assisting in closing stations and relocating homeless individuals. Alternative transportation is provided for essential workers during cleaning hours. The pandemic has led to a 92% drop in subway ridership.

What change did the MTA implement in response to the coronavirus outbreak?

• Extended service hours

• Increased train frequency

• Daily cleaning of trains and stations

• Reduced ticket prices

During what hours will the subway service be unavailable for cleaning?

• 2:00 AM to 6:00 AM

• 12:00 AM to 4:00 AM

• 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM

• 3:00 AM to 7:00 AM

How many stations are involved in the MTA's cleaning plan?

• 300

• 400

• 600

• 500

What role do police officers play during the subway cleaning hours?

• Directing traffic

• Assisting in station closures

• Issuing tickets

• Operating trains

By what percentage has subway ridership decreased due to the stay-at-home order?

• 100%

• 92%

• 75%

• 50%