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I received one SG Alert broadcast about 15mins ago. Freaking loud.

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‘Smartphones have our lives’: Pedestrian who is seen using his phone was nearly hit by reversing van, netizens expressed mixed opinions   The incident has brought up a conversation about the risks of being distracted while walking in busy areas such as the streets, especially when using one’s smartphone.   https://theindependent.sg/smartphones-have-our-lives-pedestrian-who-is-seen-using-his-phone-was-nearly-hit-by-reversing-van-netizens-expressed-mixed-opinions/   It seems there was a technical issue accessing the full article from the link provided. However, based on the headline and the context you shared, this incident highlights a growing safety concern in Singapore and globally.   The situation involves a pedestrian who narrowly escaped being hit by a reversing van because they were distracted by their smartphone. This "distracted walking" often leads to what many call "smartphone zombies," where individuals lose situational awareness in high-traffic areas.   Key points often discussed in such incidents include:   - Pedestrian Responsibility: Netizens often argue that while drivers must be careful, pedestrians have a personal responsibility to stay alert, especially when crossing roads or walking behind vehicles. - Driver Blind Spots: Reversing vehicles, particularly vans and trucks, have significant blind spots. A distracted pedestrian is at much higher risk because the driver may not see them until it is too late. - Mixed Opinions: As the title suggests, reactions are likely split between those blaming the pedestrian for their negligence and those questioning if the driver was reversing too quickly or without proper clearance.   In Singapore, the Highway Code advises pedestrians to avoid using mobile devices while crossing roads to ensure they can hear and see oncoming traffic.   Do you think there should be stricter regulations or even fines for pedestrians caught using their phones while crossing the road?

Yes EDMW and also from new scam forum.

All in Chinese except for the words - Presidential Alerts   Anyone receive this? So you guys donning battle gear and rushing to the causeway?