As I was walking with colleagues to the classroom I saw an ambulance and several EMT's. Needless to say we witnessed the end result of what happens when a car driver and bike rider collide. Thankfully, only one of the man's legs was injured; however, the driver of the car was no longer around. One would think this incident would deter individuals from crossing the street while the "cross or don't cross" man is red, NOT.
When getting on the tube, there is a constant reminder to "mind the gap." In essence, the transportation system wants you to be aware of the space between the train and the platform. Yet, since I've been here-twice to be exact-trains on various lines have been down due to "people under the train." This reasoning was literally provided on the white board under "train delays."
Riding the elevator in the building is an interesting experience. Unlike those I'm accustom to at home, here, when the door closes, it closes. I've seen, and have myself at one time, the doors close on people as they enter or exit the lift (elevator). Other than screams, and probably a few bruises, no one has been injured.
I understand the cliche "When in Rome, do as the Romans," but if that means injuries or even death, I think I'd rather not be a Roman. The only problem then is that I would truly stick out as a foreigner. Oh the dilemmas.
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