APTA's COVID-19 Bulletin

Dear Transit System CEOs,

Please see today's ideas and practices in responding to COVID-19.

Ultraviolet Lamps: Next week, New York MTA begins a pilot program to test the use of ultraviolet lamps to kill the coronavirus on subways and buses. The lamps will be used during periods when vehicles are out of service. The pilot will determine the efficiency, cost, and operational capacity of UVC lamps. Read more Read more Read more

Fly Healthy. Fly Smart. Awareness Campaign: Airlines for America (A4A) – the industry trade organization representing the leading U.S. airlines is using the theme “Fly Healthy. Fly Smart” in a new public awareness campaign. Read the announcement

EPA Guidance for Disinfecting Public Spaces: The EPA has provided guidance for cleaning and disinfecting public spaces. View the infographic See the guidance

**The next COVID-19 Bulletin will be on Wednesday, May 27. Please enjoy your Memorial Day weekend.**

For more information on public transit's response to the pandemic, visit APTA's COVID-19 Resource Page.

Have questions related to COVID-19? APTA has established an email hotline to assist you. Send your questions to coronavirusquestions@apta.com.