Google has announced that it will develop additional features in the Google Maps service designed to help travelers stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 incidents and occupant occupancy on public transportation
With the updated version adding the Google Maps COVID feature to Android and iOS, travelers will be able to see the incidents that exist in an area, along with links to e.gconditions of COVID-19 by local authorities.
"This is especially convenient if you are out of town and need to be informed of local directions, test sites and restrictions," said Google Maps VP Dane Glasgow in a statement. Publication.
The COVID update on Google Maps will also include real-time MMM capacity details so passengers traveling by bus, train or subway can know if there is room to keep a physical distance from others while traveling.
According to Glasgow, the new feature, which will be available worldwide on Android and iOS devices, will be based on comments made by Google Map users in real time.
This feature appears to build on features introduced in June that informed travelers whether the trip will be affected by any restrictions due to COVID-19, such as the requirement to wear mask in public transport, as well as the number of people present at a station at a certain time.
