Osan Prepares for Bus Strike Affecting 27 Routes... 7 Replacement Buses to Run Free

Service disruptions expected for 131 buses starting with the first bus on the 30th
Emergency transportation to be adjusted as needed depending on the situation

Osan City, Gyeonggi Province, led by Mayor Cho Yongho, has prepared emergency transportation measures, including deploying seven substitute buses, in anticipation of the Gyeonggi Province Bus Union's general strike, which is scheduled to begin with the first bus on October 30.

Osan City Hall. Photo courtesy of Osan City.

Osan City said on October 29 that if the strike goes ahead, service is expected to be disrupted on 27 of the 43 routes operating within and outside the city, affecting 131 buses.

The city has secured a total of seven vehicles, including public and charter buses, to provide substitute transportation during a strike. The emergency transportation vehicles will operate free of charge. The city plans to adjust the number of vehicles deployed and their operating schedules as needed, depending on how the strike unfolds and operating conditions on each route. Detailed service information is available on the Osan City website.

Osan Mayor Cho Yongho said, "We will respond quickly to reduce the inconvenience citizens face when using public transportation," adding, "We also ask citizens to check alternative modes of transportation and transfer information between buses and subways to minimize inconvenience."

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