DART Limits Number of Passengers Allowed on Buses But Will Not Collect Fares
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - MARCH 31: A public transportation bus circulates on March 31, 2020 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Last Sunday President Fernandez announced an extension of the total lock down to stop spread of COVID-19 until April 13. The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has spread to many countries across the world, claiming over 38,000 lives and infecting hundreds of thousands more. Argentina has informed 25 deaths so far. (Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)
Starting today, April 2nd 2020, all DART buses will be limiting the number of passengers allowed on each bus at one time, but people can ride for free. 40 foot buses will take 18 passengers, 35-foot buses will allow 14, and smaller buses will allow 12. Passengers who do not need assistance will be asked to board from the rear door, those who need assistance will enter through the front. The goal is to reduce the spread of coronavirus.