Senator Chan to Host Public Transportation Safety Seminar

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 19, 2025

Brooklyn, NY – New York State Senator Stephen T. Chan (R-17th Senate District), in collaboration with the MTA Chinese Association, invites the public to attend a Public Transportation Safety Seminar aimed at educating residents on crucial safety practices while using the MTA subway system.

• This event will provide essential safety tips, including:
  • Basic subway system knowledge and best practices
  • Steps to take if personal belongings fall onto the tracks
  • How to respond if you witness someone fall onto the tracks
  • Self-rescue techniques if you fall onto the tracks
  • Strategies to minimize risk while riding the subway
  • Emergency procedures for fires, shootings, and other critical situations
• WHO:
  • Senator Stephen T. Chan (R-17th Senate District)
  • MTA Chinese Association (Guest Speaker)
  • Local residents, community leaders, and transit users
• WHEN:
  Friday, February 21, 2025
  4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• WHERE:
  2336 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214

This event is free and open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend to gain valuable knowledge that can enhance their safety and preparedness while riding the subway system.
For media inquiries or to RSVP, please contact Senator Chan’s office at (718) 333-0311.

CONTACT:
Senator Stephen T. Chan’s Office
Phone: (718) 333-0311
Email: ChanInfo@NYSenate.gov