Metro GM Wiedefeld to board members: this is a “tough period” for Metro, which is dealing with the most employee Covid cases since the pandemic began. Says service will be brought back quickly, as soon as absenteeism declines @wtop #wmata
@WTOP Wiedefeld says “a few” Metro employees have still not been vaccinated. Says “definitely over 85%” vaccinated. Also mentions his own bout with Covid despite being vaccinated @wtop #wmata
Metro GM Wiedefeld says recent numbers show ridership has dropped to 15-20% of pre-pandemic levels on rail, somewhere in the 30s, percent-wise, on bus. Says the drops are seasonal as well as Omicron-related @wtop #wmata
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