of the Emergency Broadcast System. In the event of an actual emergency, the attention signal you just heard would have been followed by urgent news or government instructions, which would then be followed by a bright flash, a thermal pulse lasting 8 to 10 seconds, dramatic increase in air pressure, and winds in excess of 600 miles per hour. In this case, the government instructions would likely have been:
Loosen any constrictive clothing (neckties, collars, etc.)
Remove any sharp objects (pens, pencils) from your pockets
Remove any eyewear, being careful to put them in a safe place
Sit with your head firmly between your knees, and kiss your @$$ goodbye! |
