5 Things To Prepare For MRT Breakdowns
In my short lifetime, I have encountered three major MRT breakdowns. In the first two I came out of the train relatively unscathed. Thanks to my 6th sense (lol, I was so sure a terrorist attack was about to occur), I went out of the train station before the FIRST MAJOR BREAKDOWN (15 Dec 2011) to take a bus home. This happened for my encounter with another breakdown, except that I wasn't so lucky that time - I was stuck between Marina Bay and Raffles Place for half hour (at least I got a seat).
This time round was worse.
I was trapped standing for approximately an hour before reaching the YCK station. You know, when I was standing in the crowd, unable to move too much, I was hoping I could take an excursion on the track. Of course, my luck ran out right? So I stood there waiting for about 20minutes before SMRT finally decided to announce that there was a fault at AMK. I am not here to criticise the company - we have done our fair share of 'TUCK YEW' on Lui Tuck Yew's facebook page, SMRT facebook pages etc (sorry these pages do not deserve our traffic really, so I am not linking them).
I am here to tell you the top 5 things we must prepare in case of another breakdown (hey, it's going to happen ok? Fare hike or not). It may seem common sense but common sense isn't so common these days.
Not all trains are equipped with that three rows of handrails and some assholes always love to lean on the pole like experienced pole dancers, so try not to wear 5" heels on the trains because in times of breakdowns that last for more than half hour, your feet will be really sore. Even if there are no breakdowns, any violent brakes (we've all been there), will send you flying. Please avoid stomping people in your heels, it hurts like HELL okay. Wear flats, slippers or wedges (if you must) for a better balance and leave your heels at home or the office (if you can).
The morning/evening breath. Stinks.
The train stinks even more, when everyone open their mouths and sigh or curse.
Ok but seriously, if you are those who tend to feel faintish, carry a bottle of water so you can extend your HP (health points) and pray that you can ride through (pun unintended) the breakdown.
This is especially crucial during peak hours. Actually, it doesn't matter, the train is like always full?
We do not always have a hero who will break the door for us, so if you are stuck in a train full of people with no or low air-con, your fan can come to the rescue. If you are too cheapo to buy a $3 battery operated fan, then grab some Today Online or My Paper - remember they are free. If your train didn't breakdown during the morning peak hours, go grab some free postcards (you know what I am talking about) to fan yourself. I think in times like this, your iPad wouldn't help.
This is similar to point 3. Again, if you are the type to feel faintish, bring your own oil. It may potentially revive you. Bring some oil too for fellow passengers who may faint in front of you. Remember, if that stupid organisation is not going to help us, we have to help ourselves and others.
Ok let's all
Yes I am talking about you SMRT.
This time round was worse.
I was trapped standing for approximately an hour before reaching the YCK station. You know, when I was standing in the crowd, unable to move too much, I was hoping I could take an excursion on the track. Of course, my luck ran out right? So I stood there waiting for about 20minutes before SMRT finally decided to announce that there was a fault at AMK. I am not here to criticise the company - we have done our fair share of 'TUCK YEW' on Lui Tuck Yew's facebook page, SMRT facebook pages etc (sorry these pages do not deserve our traffic really, so I am not linking them).
I am here to tell you the top 5 things we must prepare in case of another breakdown (hey, it's going to happen ok? Fare hike or not). It may seem common sense but common sense isn't so common these days.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
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Not all trains are equipped with that three rows of handrails and some assholes always love to lean on the pole like experienced pole dancers, so try not to wear 5" heels on the trains because in times of breakdowns that last for more than half hour, your feet will be really sore. Even if there are no breakdowns, any violent brakes (we've all been there), will send you flying. Please avoid stomping people in your heels, it hurts like HELL okay. Wear flats, slippers or wedges (if you must) for a better balance and leave your heels at home or the office (if you can).
Water Bottle (With Water Inside)
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The morning/evening breath. Stinks.
The train stinks even more, when everyone open their mouths and sigh or curse.
Ok but seriously, if you are those who tend to feel faintish, carry a bottle of water so you can extend your HP (health points) and pray that you can ride through (pun unintended) the breakdown.
A Fan (or Take A Free Paper)
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This is especially crucial during peak hours. Actually, it doesn't matter, the train is like always full?
We do not always have a hero who will break the door for us, so if you are stuck in a train full of people with no or low air-con, your fan can come to the rescue. If you are too cheapo to buy a $3 battery operated fan, then grab some Today Online or My Paper - remember they are free. If your train didn't breakdown during the morning peak hours, go grab some free postcards (you know what I am talking about) to fan yourself. I think in times like this, your iPad wouldn't help.
Battery Pack (or Charge Your Phone To 100%)
Especially important for the morning crowd. I heard a lot of dings! when I was stuck on the train this morning. One hour breakdown is no joke okay? You know how busy you will be trying to email and sms our bosses that you will be late (or you quit lol)? Surely you also need to curse on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Whatsapp? Remember to bring a battery pack (charged) to charge your phone. This is especially so when your train gets stuck in the tunnel of no 3/4G.Medicated Oil
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This is similar to point 3. Again, if you are the type to feel faintish, bring your own oil. It may potentially revive you. Bring some oil too for fellow passengers who may faint in front of you. Remember, if that stupid organisation is not going to help us, we have to help ourselves and others.
Ok let's all
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Yes I am talking about you SMRT.
Wow, those shoes are hideous. I wouldn't be able to walk in those and I would definitely have a nice breakdown (my luck walking down the sidewalk or something like that).
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