Metro trains announcement asks commuters to remove winter woollies

CHILLY mornings are upon us but passengers travelling on Metro trains will be advised to consider removing their winter woollies when they board the train. This is why.

Train commuters will be advised to remove their winter layers upon boarding. Picture: Nicole Garmston

MORNING winter chills are upon us but passengers travelling on Metro trains will be advised to consider removing beanies, scarfs and gloves when they board the train.

The trial announcement follows an increase in the number of ill passengers in recent weeks due to the colder conditions.

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Paramedics at stations have advised that passengers going from the cold outdoors to heated trains in warm clothes has been a factor in many cases, often compounded by an underlying illness and/or not having eaten that day.

Airconditioning on Metro trains is designed to keep the temperature around 22C.

“We want to make sure our passengers stay well and have a safe and comfortable journey,” Metro spokesman Marcus Williams said.

“Unfortunately there has been an increase in passengers feeling unwell as temperatures have dropped in recent weeks, especially in the mornings.”

Metro will continue to monitor the number of passenger illnesses and assess passenger feedback when deciding whether the announcement will continue.

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