"Bang!" There was a loud bang, and pedestrians on the street stopped.
It was a sunny day, and in the blink of an eye, it became terrifying. On September 24, on Tongchuan Avenue in Dazhou City, Sichuan, a mother and daughter were hit by a shop billboard that suddenly fell. This innocent mother and daughter should have enjoyed a relaxing weekend, but who would have thought that would behave in such a catastrophe?
As a mother who also has two daughters, the moment I saw this news, my heart fluttered. The innocent smiling faces of the children came to mind, and I couldn't help but gasp. If my children and I were walking down that street, would we have had such an accident? The thought of this makes me shudder.
How did this accident happen? It is understood that on the day of the incident, the mother and daughter were walking on Tongchuan Avenue. Suddenly, a billboard at a lingerie store on the side of the road fell off and smashed directly on them. Passers-by around the area quickly called the police and called the emergency number. Soon, the injured were taken to the hospital for treatment.
Two days later, when reporters arrived at the scene, they found that the lingerie store had resumed normal business and the fallen billboard had been cleaned up. At first glance, it looks as if nothing has happened. However, the pain of the mother and daughter cannot be erased by simply cleaning up.
The owner, Ms. Zhou, said that she had been operating here for many years before replacing the billboard in 2021. Who would have thought that a seemingly solid billboard would become a murder weapon to hurt people? Ms. Zhou promised to take full responsibility, and the injured mother and daughter are currently recuperating in the hospital.
Hearing this, do you think that this is just an accident? Don't take it lightly! In recent years, similar accidents have not been uncommon. Falling billboards, falling signs, peeling exterior tiles...... These "sharp swords hanging over the head" may kill passers-by at any time!
Think about it, when we walk on the streets every day, are we also inadvertently passing by danger? Look up overhead, those various signboards and billboards, is it really safe?
Some netizens commented: "This is going out for a walk, it's just playing with life!" Some people said helplessly: "When you go out now, you really have to look up at the road all the time!"
When you see these comments, do you feel the same way? When we go out, we should enjoy life and relax, but now we have to be vigilant everywhere, is this kind of city life really what we want?
So, what do we do? You can't wear a hard hat when you go out in the future, right?
Don't worry, let's find a solution together.
First of all, businesses have to take responsibility. Whether the store looks good or not, whether the business is prosperous or not, of course, is important. However, the safety of our customers is our top priority! Regularly inspect and maintain store signs, not only to be responsible for customers, but also to their own business. You know, the loss caused by an accident is much more than the cost of regular maintenance!
Secondly, government departments should also have more snacks. Do you want to issue a "store sign safety management regulations"? Let the merchants report first when installing the store signs, and pass the safety inspection before they can use it. In this way, it can be checked from the source.
Let's talk about us ordinary people, we can't just watch the excitement and not fall into the ground. Usually pay more attention to which store's signboard is crumbling, and remind it in time. It's not just for the sake of others, but also for the safety of yourself and your family.
At the end of the day, city safety is everyone's business. Businesses, governments, and citizens, we have to work together to make our homes safer and more livable.
Someone might say, "Isn't that a nuisance?" We're not professionals, so how can we see what's going on?"
Don't be discouraged! In fact, it is very simple, when walking on the street, occasionally look up, if you find a crooked signboard, or there are signs of looseness, you can alert the store or report to the relevant departments. Such a small act may save a life!
Others may be worried, "Wouldn't this be too nosy?"
Don't think so! Remember to help others, is to help yourself. Today you helped someone warn of the safety hazards, and tomorrow maybe someone will help you escape. This is the so-called good people have good rewards!
Speaking of which, I remembered the other day when I took my daughters to the park. When passing by a shop, the eldest daughter suddenly pointed to the top of her head and said, "Mom, look at that sign, is it going to fall?" When I looked, it was! Quickly let the children stand far away, and then went to alert the shopkeeper.
The shopkeeper was very grateful when he heard this, and immediately called someone to repair it. Before leaving, he also gave his daughters two cute little balloons, which made them laugh non-stop.
Seeing my daughters happy, my heart warms. Isn't this the harmonious society we want? All for one, one for all.
So, the next time you see an unsafe situation on the street, don't hesitate to reach out your hand! It's not just for others, it's for ourselves and our next generation.
Let's work together to make our city a truly safe and warm home. After all, it is here that carries our lives and our hopes.
We can do more than we think. From today onwards, let's pay more attention and take more responsibility to make this city a better place because of our existence!
You say, don't you?