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Island County, WA

May 3, 2008

The chimes of warning

“The information we received said the siren could be as much as 130 decibels. But our topography is unique. One thing we know is the dogs didn't like it all.”

Nineteenth century Londoners welcomed the Westminster Chimes emanating from Big Ben as the imposing timekeeper ticked off the hours. via Tacoma Daily Index

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