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July 03, 2005
This is not a disaster...
Everyday at 5pm in Japan, you will hear a recording of chimes played on the country's public warning system. I hear this is because they want to make sure it is working, but it is very useful on letting you know the time (if only once a day).
This morning, however, the system powered to life. This happens every so often, mostly to warn people that they should not exert themselves if it is too smoggy etc. I find it frustrating because I do not always understand what they are saying (is it benign or are we on the verge of being wiped out by a tsunami, North Korean missiles etc.)
Today's announcement was followed by an English translation. And they kicked off by saying "this is not a disaster". Actually, it was just a reminder it is election day. For 45 seconds though, I was kind of worried.
Comments
Hey, I heard that too, usually i just ignore it, but today i thought i heard them say something in English.. shame i still couldnt understand what was being said.. thanks for clearing that one up.
Posted by: Preyash at July 3, 2005 11:15 AM