Challenges Persist Aboard The City Bus

The video discusses the impact of COVID-19 on public transit, focusing on Detroit. It highlights the warning from a Detroit bus driver about the virus's threat, his subsequent death, and the changes made to improve safety, such as providing masks and altering boarding procedures. Despite these efforts, challenges like mask shortages and safety concerns persist. Cities are exploring new safety measures, including UV light and hand sanitizers, but face limitations. The future of public transit remains uncertain, with social distancing challenges and fluctuating ridership levels.

What was one of the measures taken by Detroit to protect bus drivers during the pandemic?

• Installing air purifiers on buses

• Increasing the speed limit for buses

• Providing masks for drivers and passengers

• Reducing the number of bus routes

What challenge did cities face regarding mask distribution on public transit?

• Masks were not effective against the virus

• Drivers refused to wear masks

• Masks were too expensive to provide

• Passengers often took more masks than needed

Which technology did New York City test to sanitize public transport surfaces?

• Electrostatic sprayers

• Antibacterial sprays

• Ultraviolet light

• Ozone generators

What was a significant concern for cities regarding public transit after reopening?

• The cost of fuel for buses

• The number of people returning to use public transit

• The maintenance of bus stations

• The availability of bus drivers

What action did Miami Dade Transit plan to take in response to the pandemic?

• Deploy more buses than probably needed

• Limit bus services to essential workers only

• Reduce the number of buses on the streets

• Increase bus fares