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Old Posted Mar 18, 2014, 6:00 PM
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Ducking and Covering

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Originally Posted by Martin Pal View Post
Regarding the news anchors clip...

Personally, I don't know why people consider that some form of weakness.
When an earthquake begins, you don't know if it's going to be a 4.1 or an 8.7.
Diving under something nearest you that's sturdy is exactly what you're
supposed to do. It might look silly when it's a mild rocker, but if those lights
come crashing down from the ceiling, the catwalks dislodged or the walls and
ceiling caved in, it could save you. Making light of those who do it could only
reinforce the notion that others should not--because someone who doesn't
understand thinks it makes you look silly. So be it. Just my opinion.
For the average person they diid what they should but some jobs require leadership in the face of danger. Policemen, Firemen and even News Readers need to face danger so that others may be safe. Giving instructions, calming people, giving information is a great help. If it gets bad enough, sure they should seek safety so that they may be able to render assistance if needed.
And yes, I have been in positions in the same situation.
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