In the wake of the fires ravaging Los Angeles County and consequent power outages hampering local infrastructure, Metro Board of Directors Chair Janice Hahn has announced an extension of the suspended fare collection for Metro services.
Originally intended as a temporary measure, this marks the third consecutive day that commuters can access buses and trains without a fee. "The threat to human life and property from these fires has not passed, and the demand on our power grid remains extraordinarily high," Hahn said, in a statement made by The Los Angeles County news bulletin. "At my direction, Metro will again suspend fare collection through today to ensure it remains available for those needing to travel."
Hahn expressed solidarity with Los Angeles residents, emphasizing both the physical and emotional toll: "My thoughts are with residents evacuating the devastation from the fires and with those helping them do so safely," as per the County of Los Angeles.
Despite the challenges, Metro continues to operate, albeit with some adjustments necessitated by the wildfires. For current service impact information, riders can visit Metro's bulletin, which provides real-time updates on the statuses of bus and train lines.
