COVID cases are surging throughout the country, fueled by the omicron BA.5 subvariant Though cases are less severe, the soaring case count is alarming — although fewer people appear to be masking up on MTA buses and subways, despite still being required
The MTA is one of only three transit systems requiring masks. The others being the PATH train, and Milwaukee. However, the MTA has removed paper signs and posters that promote mask use. Digital displays promoting mask wearing are still being shown at some stations, and audio announcements are being made as well.
Some riders said that the realization that recent COVID waves, like the current one, have not been as deadly as earlier rounds, giving commuters a false sense of security.
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