4K Vaccines To Expire Thursday In Philly; Walk-Ins Encouraged

PHILADELPHIA — Thousands of Pfizer coronavirus vaccine doses are set to expire at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, according to reports.

Action News reports the FEMA-run Center City Vaccination Center at the convention center has 4,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine that will expire Thursday. Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley said some of those 4,000 doses will be given to healthcare providers around the city, Fox 29 reports.

While a portion will be given to other providers, anyone can get a coronavirus vaccination at the convention center by walk-up appointment. Those looking to get the vaccine at the convention center have options to get to the facility.

This web-based map shows all transit routes to the convention center and other vaccine sites and this static map shows frequent routes to the sites.

Below is a list of transit options available to Philadelphians seeking to be vaccinated:

• The Center City Vaccination Center is a block away from the SEPTA Jefferson Station and is serviced by 11 Regional Rail lines, the Market-Frankford Subway Line, and 10 different bus routes: 17, 23, 33, 38, 44, 47, 47M, 48, 61, and 62.
• The City of Philadelphia will be distributing FREE transit passes at all City-run and FEMA supported sites. Individuals who need help with transportation can ask any City staff member at the clinic for support.
• The City of Philadelphia is also partnering with community-based organizations to distribute transit passes for vaccine access. If you are interested in distributing transit passes to your community and/or constituents, email oem@phila.gov.

SEPTA CCT

• SEPTA, in partnership with the City of Philadelphia, has expanded Customized Community Transportation (CCT) service for seniors 65 or older, individuals with disabilities and/or access and functional needs, or anyone who requires a door-to-door vaccination ride accommodation.
• To qualify, they must be a resident of Philadelphia and be unable to secure transportation otherwise.
• The service is available to individuals not yet registered with SEPTA CCT.
• Individuals already registered with SEPTA CCT are also able to request a ride to their vaccination appointment.
• This service is provided FREE of charge to anyone traveling to any City-run or FEMA-supported vaccination clinic.
• Individuals can request a ride to their vaccination appointment by contacting Philly311 (dial 3-1-1) and selecting Option 5 between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. Requests should be made at least 72 hours before the date of the appointment.

Community Shuttle Bus Service

• Limited community shuttle services are available for communities that have transportation access needs. Shuttle services must be coordinated through a central community organization and requested at least three days in advance. The City is reaching out to community organizations with information about how to organize shuttle services.
• If you are interested in scheduling a community shuttle bus to travel to a vaccination site, email oem@phila.gov.