New York City Will Shut Down Subway System Nightly To Disinfect

Governor Andrew Cuomo requested a change to ensure that trains are disinfected nightly for essential workers. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will close trains and stations from 1:00 AM to 5:00 AM starting May 6th for disinfection, providing alternative transportation for essential workers. Thousands of NYC transit workers have tested positive for COVID-19, with dozens of deaths. New MTA regulations prohibit staying in stations for over an hour and restrict large wheeled carts.

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