Ruby Tuesday: Emergency Box
September 29, 2008 | Filed Under Avenues, Broadway, City Streets and Sidewalks, Colors, Fire Boxes, Harlem, Neighborhoods, Photo Blogging Theme Day, Red, Ruby Tuesday, West Side
I’m not sure what this is called — A fire box? A red box? An emergency box? Yeah, that’s it! I think that’s what it’s called — an emergency box. I wonder if it works. I’ve seen very few around the city but have never paid much attention to them, till… Ruby Tuesday. 
Visit WORK OF THE POET to see a list of fun Ruby Tuesday posts. Happy Ruby Tuesday, all!
Paz
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Looks like an emergency alarm for police and fire department. Nice photos capturing Ruby Tuesday Reds. Have a great RT.
Never seen anything like that before. Must be an “antique” from the pre cellphone age.
Original and good capture.
From Felisol
Well, there it is, all red and everything, just waiting for something to happen. It looks so important; I wonder if it will be up to the challenge if and when it comes. My mind is spinning with this one. Good job!
That is RED
I like it a lot.
I remember those from when I lived in NY years ago. Definitely bright red! Thanks for visiting and happy RT!
Red is attention-getting, and you need to find it in a hurry when an emergency is imminent or upon us. If you are near it, it probably gets the attention of 9-1-1 faster than a cell phone call being routed wirelessly. Happily, the graffiti artists seem to have missed that box. Happy Ruby Tuesday!
Something unusual which I’ve never seen before. I wonder what’s the the percentage of citizens knowing the use of that and operating it for an emergency
Happy Ruby Tuesday
I’m glad that cute girl decided to go along beside the tourist. Or was he carrying all her junk in his backpack?
I can’t place the street.
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If they are not in operation, maybe next time u will see them in museums instead. ha ha.
Very interesting pictures, Paz.
As far as I know, we do not have them in Italy.
I’ve never seen this before! Cool.
Paz, that first one looks like the monolith in Planet of the Apes. It’s standing there so strongly! I like it very much.
Isn’t it funny how participating in photo memes like Ruby Tuesday alters what you notice in the world around you? This was a great find for Ruby Tuesday.
Cool!
It seems strange standing in the middle of everything.
Great capture.
Interesting tall emergency box. I hope it gets the help you need in time.
Happy Ruby Tuesday.
Mine is here – Bagicha Icecream Corner
Interesting looking box!~Mine is posted HERE. Happy RT!~
Its great that these sorts of things stand out when you need them for the red colour is hard to miss. Happy Ruby Tuesday!
Interesting that I have not seen an emergency box for ages. I can’t remember where I was when I saw it. It is neat to see one again.
Oh how neat! Over here we have ‘press for emergency’ buttons located at bus/train stations, but not big cool red boxes like that around the place!
I’ve never seen such a thing Paz!
Wonder how old that box is? Tempting No? Just to see if it really works.~But, I wouldn’t dare. But, the thought does cross ones mind.
~Amy~
What are these boxes for?
i have never seen anything like that before. i’m not sure if i think it’s convenient that it’s there or frightening that it needs to be there. either way, it’s very striking in that bright red.
It’s interesting how much you pay attention once you join a meme, isn’t it?
It is a very cheery shade of RED!! I do wonder if they work?? I’ve never seen anyone use such things…Maybe you should try one next time you see one, Paz ;o) Then let us know…LOL! Happy Days ((HUGS))
I never noticed any of these in my city either. I will be on a look out for them now
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Paz! May you go your whole life not needing one of these :0)
Great shot for Ruby…
A “Call Box” maybe?
We have them all over downtown, but they’re basically just phones hard-wired to 911. The universities have them all over campus too to call in the various campus police agencies if needed.
I’ve never seen such a thing. I like the photos. I’ve never been in your city. I’ve seen it only on the TV so it is always interesting to me looking at the photos you have taken on the streets during everyday and routine life.
Well they’re BRIGHT enough! They’ll certainly catch your attention in an emergency!
they never worked! I remember trying to use one back in the 70s, I saw a car on fire and it was parked near a tree. A doorman from a nearby building was far more helpful LOL
they make great photos though
Hi Columbo: Yes, an emergency alarm. Thanks!
Hi Felisol: Welcome! LOL! Yes, an antique.
Hi Grandma Faith: Thanks! Well, I don’t think they work anymore.
Hi GMJ: Thanks so much!
Hi Angela: Thanks!
Hi Ralph: LOL! See, there are a few things not covered with graffiti in NYC. Actually, there are a LOT of things not covered in graffiti in the city.
Hi Napaboaniya APAD: Welcome! Actually, I think there’s zero percentage because I don’t believe the box works and no one uses it these days.
LOL! Hi Jim: Welcome. They seemed to be friends, talking on the corner, waiting for the light to change. When it did, they crossed the street, still talking.
Hi Dora: LOL! I think you are right! The museum next!
Hi Pietro: I don’t’ recall ever seeing them in Italy when I was there.
Hi Lily: I believe they’ve been removed in a lot of places.
LOL! Hi Sara: I like the idea of it being like a monolith. Very cool!
Thanks, all, for stopping by!
Paz
Hi Bobbie in Hawaii: Welcome! Yes, it IS fascinating! I’m definitely noticing so many things around me now.
Hi Carletta: LOL! Actually, it’s on the corner of the sidewalk.
Hi MumbaiiteAnu: Welcome! I’m not sure that it still works.
Hi Yen: Welcome!
Hi Ann: Yes, the color is definitely hard to miss.
Thanks for stopping by!
Paz
Hi Abraham: I guess they’ve taken most of them down.
Hi Harriet: I think we have similar buttons in the train station.
Hi Melissa!
LOL! Hi Amy: Maybe I will try it the next time I pass by, but I seriously think it works.
Hi Britt-Arnhild: The box is used to call the fire department or the police when there is an emergency.
Hi Christine: Let’s think of it as an aide, although it no longer works.
Hi East Gwillimbury WOW! : I’ve been noticing a lot of red and shadows nowadays!
Best to all,
Paz
Hi there, Tracy! Okay, I WILL try it next time.
Hello Ivanhoe: Perhaps you have something similar?
Hi Ellen B: Thank you for that sentiment. Much appreciated!
Hi Mojo: Welcome! Call box sounds good to me. Yes, they do have those special boxes around the school campuses.
Hi Medam: I’m always glad you can stop by to see my part of the world.
Thanks, all, for stopping by!
Paz
Hi Melli: Welcome! It DEFINITELY catches your attention.
Hi Dianne: Welcome! They ARE good for one thing nowadays, it seems — a photograph.
Thanks for stopping by!
Best,
Paz
Hi PAz,
Yes, I’ve seen those red boxes as well…wonder if they’re ever used/…thanks for the connection to “todays flowers”…as I loooove flowers its a great idea..
xxx
Hi Julia Rose: Nice to see you here! Yes, I think FLOWERS TODAY is such a wonderful idea. So many wonderful flower posts.
Paz