Monday, September 15, 2008

"You in the Red Kayak. You are in Danger."

Tybee Island Upgrades Emergency Warning System
This new system includes both old-style tone warnings, as well as recorded messages that spell out in detail the nature of the warning being given.
When needed, live announcements can also be made with the system.
The system installation will be completed the week of September 15th, and each of the eight messages will be tested before the installation can be signed off.
After acceptance, the warning system will be tested at noon on the first Wednesday of each month, just like the old system.
Mayor Jason Buelterman notes, “Tybee is such an outdoor recreation destination, many of our visitors and residents may be out on the beaches or over kayaking in the marshes,” adds City Manager Diane Schleicher. The Lazaretto Creek loudspeakers will reach across much of the back river marshes and most of the national park at Fort Pulaski.
Because of these large numbers of people outdoors, particularly during the summer season, the City Council wanted to do something to ensure the safety of everyone on the Island in inclement weather.
Even at $123,000 for the system and $36,000 for installation, it seemed like a wise investment on behalf of the citizens and visitors on the Island!

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