Sun Apr 20, 2014 2:56 am
The model 2 in my town was disconnected a long time ago, but I'm almost certain it was used for fire calls.
The model 2 in Gimli, Canada has a strange plan.
2-3 Minutes of Alert is used to signal fire calls (I think the website is outdated, since they've only sounded for 45 seconds whenever I heard them).
Continuous Alert (more than 45 seconds, I guess until power fails or something) means there is an emergency, and to take cover immediately.
Attack is used as an all clear signal.
Other: During the Icelandic Festival and on Canada Day, the siren is sounded for 45 seconds of alert, 5 minutes prior to the start of the fireworks show. I've yet to figure out why.
Apparently, the siren was only activated once for an emergency, back in the summer of 2003(?) for a downburst that caused moderate damage in Gimli and nearby Fraserwood.
Also, on a different note, Selkirk has a Model 5 on the water treatment plant, but I unfortunately do not know if it sounds or what it sounds for.
~Jakob, Lover of Loud Things~
~Proud owner of an MS-290 siren, a set of Wolo air horns, and a GE FireShield Plus FACP!~