In Kyiv, Transport is Stopped During Alarms: What Alternative Solutions Have Other Cities Found.

Ukrainians were explained why Kyiv stops transport during alarms, while other major cities do not.

The air raid signal in Kyiv leads to problems in the city's transport system. Ground public transport does not run, and the subway becomes overcrowded. Crossing the Dnipro becomes particularly difficult.

People have to wait at stops or in transport, near important facilities. This leads to delays. Sometimes transport does not operate longer than the alarm lasts, so people have to find other ways to get home.

Unlike Kyiv, suburban trains, shuttle buses, regular taxis, and private drivers continue to operate in Kyiv during alarms.

Many Kyiv residents are dissatisfied with these inconsistencies and urge local authorities to review the rules. The mayor's office refuses to do so. However, the rule of stopping public transport during alarms remains unchanged.

Concrete Stops and Experimental Siren in Kharkiv

In Kharkiv, the duration of the air raid signal can last for many hours. The city has revised the rules for stopping public transport, as the duration of the alarms is very long. Now transport operates during alarms.

In Kharkiv, there are also special shelters at bus stops that can accommodate passengers and protect them from debris. These shelters are being tested and have proven reliable.

Night Routes in Odesa

In Odesa, public transport does not stop during alarms, as there is no alternative transport. The city has started installing safe stops that can accommodate and protect passengers.

The Odesa city council plans to equip several terminal stops in the city with similar shelters. This will improve passenger safety and extend the operation of establishments.

“Frontline” Shelters in Dnipro

Near public transport stops in Dnipro, concrete shelters are being installed that have withstood tests at the front. These structures can shelter up to 30 people.

Why It's Not the Same in Kyiv

The Kyiv city council believes that it cannot take responsibility for negative consequences. City authorities also point to the lack of state building standards for installing safe stops. Therefore, it is currently impossible to massively install new shelters.

Nevertheless, several Ukrainian cities are finding solutions to ensure passenger safety during alarms and continue the operation of transport for citizen convenience.