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12/25/2009 10:11 AM
MTA Unveils Countdown Clocks At Bronx Subway Stations
By: NY1 News
Straphangers in the Bronx only have to look up to find out when the next train will arrive.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is testing countdown clocks in five subway stations along the Number 6 line.
The clocks show the number of minutes until the next train arrives, as well as real-time messages about delays and other transit information.
Passengers said they are enthusiastic about the pilot program.
"It lets us know when it's coming in and I think overall it's going to help,” said one straphanger.
"They're beautiful. I like them because they help me. They help me out so I know exactly when the train's coming,” added another.
"I think it's great because I don't have to step to the edge anymore. That's a little dangerous,” said a third.
The MTA hopes to have the clocks installed in 152 stations by early 2011.
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