BREAKING NEWS: metrolosangeles just announced it's lifting its mask requirement on all of its bus and rail lines. Face coverings are now only 'strongly recommended,' but not required.
"After a devastating winter surge that threatened the integrity of our healthcare system, the County is now enjoying low community levels of COVID-19," said chair of the Metro board Hilda Solis in a statement released Tuesday afternoon."With more tools at our disposal to combat this virus, including wider availability of vaccines, tests, and therapeutics, the County can continue to progress towards its new normal.
Uber joined the list of airlines and public transportation agencies that are also no longer requiring its riders and drivers to mask up. The company's mask requirement was lifted Tuesday, but Uber said riders and drivers still have the option to wear a mask. "Remember: many people still feel safer wearing a mask because of personal or family health situations, so please be respectful of their preferences. And if you ever feel uncomfortable, you can always cancel the trip," the company said in itsUber also updated its no-front-seat policy, which had required riders to sit in the back seat during rides. Riders are now asked to only use the front seat if the size of their group requires it.
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