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I know most of you have said its a stupid/dumb decision but I've retrieved stuff from the tracks countless times in my youth! I know I was able to hop back on the platform when I need to, quickly. I wouldn't do it though if I was unable or unaware of my (lack of) athletic abilities. At my age now....I'd rather let someone else fetch it for me.
I'm not even sure how these "accidents" actually happen -- I mean, you listen for the train (not always easy to tell, I know); you make sure you're not trying to retrieve something right at the bend of a tunnel; oftentimes you could look down the tunnel and see the previous train station...obviously, you've got to be able to very quickly hoist yourself up over a, what, five-foot obstacle (it's actually quite deep, the tracks)...and of course you visually locate your possessions beforehand (not fumbling after it only once on the tracks)....
Again, I'm really curious how all these accidents happen.
You know this girl will relive this moment for the rest of her life. She lost both legs over a wallet. That is a whole lot of physical training to adapt to the change. She has a good amount left in her life. I hope she has a strong relationship with her immediate family cause she is going to need someone....
Apparently she's a Caroll Gardens resident so it's quite possible that she's financially okay at least!
Apparently she's a Caroll Gardens resident so it's quite possible that she's financially okay at least!
If she has no insurance then she is screwed... Will her job still keep her on the payroll or request that she resigns?? A lot of variables at play, dawg!
If she has no insurance then she is screwed... Will her job still keep her on the payroll or request that she resigns?? A lot of variables at play, dawg!
Well, I'd meant that most Carroll Gardens residents seem to be financially comfortable so if she conforms to type, at least she'd have that...and oh, there's always disability (SSI/SSDI/whatever -- homeless shelters are full of scam-bags waiting on their applications for these programs being resolved on appeal)....
I agree that what this woman did was foolish but what makes you all think she did this over a "wallet?" People keep house keys and ID in their purses. If her keys were in there, she could've been in a panic, especially coming home that time of night. If her phone was in there, that would've been even worse, as she wouldn't have been able to call anyone to help her out. In any event, I wonder why there aren't any signs posted around the station telling people what to do in a situation like this.
I would never in a million years encourage anyone to do this but if I had any advice, wait until after a train passes to pull a stunt like this, and listen for the station announcements and read the LED signs telling you when the next train is coming. She must have been oblivious (possibly drunk) to not only not hear the announcement but not see the light from the upcoming train in the distance.
Well, I'd meant that most Carroll Gardens residents seem to be financially comfortable so if she conforms to type, at least she'd have that...and oh, there's always disability (SSI/SSDI/whatever -- homeless shelters are full of scam-bags waiting on their applications for these programs being resolved on appeal)....
a major death or health incident can wipe out your financial safety net. That is what i am saying.
I agree that what this woman did was foolish but what makes you all think she did this over a "wallet?" People keep house keys and ID in their purses. If her keys were in there, she could've been in a panic, especially coming home that time of night. If her phone was in there, that would've been even worse, as she wouldn't have been able to call anyone to help her out. In any event, I wonder why there aren't any signs posted around the station telling people what to do in a situation like this.
I would never in a million years encourage anyone to do this but if I had any advice, wait until after a train passes to pull a stunt like this, and listen for the station announcements and read the LED signs telling you when the next train is coming. She must have been oblivious (possibly drunk) to not only not hear the announcement but not see the light from the upcoming train in the distance.
Why would they need to post a sign about comm on sense? So it should ok to retrieve stuff when there's no train? There are signs that says 3rd rail is electrified. Anyway, who really read signs in NYC?
So your wisdom suggest maybe it's better to wait for an announcement to know if a train is coming or not and then take the chance to retrieve the item?
Why would they need to post a sign about comm on sense? So it should ok to retrieve stuff when there's no train? There are signs that says 3rd rail is electrified. Anyway, who really read signs in NYC?
So your wisdom suggest maybe it's better to wait for an announcement to know if a train is coming or not and then take the chance to retrieve the item?
Walking on train tracks is illegal.
In any case, there already ARE signs about this, and also announcements telling people if they drop something on the tracks, they should not retrieve it themselves, but instead find an MTA employee to assist them.
So your assessment is correct -- no one reads signs in NYC, except me, apparently.
Years ago, while on my way to work, I dropped a 14K gold bracelet on the tracks. It was on 14th Street - where the A and C trains run. I just left it there, didn't even call an MTA worker. I still think about it today, although I'm grateful that I have all of my limbs, health, and life!
Why would they need to post a sign about comm on sense? So it should ok to retrieve stuff when there's no train? There are signs that says 3rd rail is electrified. Anyway, who really read signs in NYC?
So your wisdom suggest maybe it's better to wait for an announcement to know if a train is coming or not and then take the chance to retrieve the item?
Go back and read what I said, next time counting slowly to 10 to calm yourself down. Not every person you meet is The Enemy and not every discussion has to be an argument.
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