Google has announced that it will develop add-ons functions in service Google Maps designed to help travelers stay up-to-date with the latest COVID-19 cases and occupancy levels allowed on public transport
With the update with the addition of Google Maps COVID to Android and iOS, travelers will be able to see incidents in an area, along with links to COVID-19 resources from local authorities.
“This is especially convenient if you're going except of your city and should familiarize yourself with the local guidelines, test locations and restrictions that apply," says Google Maps VP Dane Glasgow in a 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 globally on Android and iOS devices, will be based on comments that Google Map users are doing in real time.
This feature seems to be based on features introduced in June and informing travelers about whether their trip will be affected by any restrictions due to COVID-19, such as the requirement to wear a mask on public transport, as well as the crowds that exist in a station at a specific time.
