Safety Concerns Spark Mass Sickout Among Metro Bus Drivers – Is Public Transportation at Risk?
Los Angeles, California – Bus services in Los Angeles faced disruptions on Friday as Metro buses on 19 different lines experienced delays due to hundreds of bus drivers calling out sick over safety concerns. The impacted lines included popular routes like Lines 2, 4, 18, and 720, prompting concerns among commuters throughout the city. Metro responded by deploying staff to minimize the impact of the sudden shortage of drivers, acknowledging the crucial role bus operators …