3D Picture Discussion

Bernice's Picture Discussion!

This picture depicts a disaster scene. Judging by the vintage cars in the foreground, I am sure this disaster occurred a very long time ago. Accompanied by stars and bright lights made obvious in the dark sky, I believe it is already night time. I can see that many eye witnesses at the disaster scene are dressed in long sleeved clothing such as trench coats, which is unsuitable for warm weather like Singapore's, so I assume this has happened in a foreign country with cold weather.

The building in the background that has been destroyed partially is big and has many windows, seemingly like a school. From its damage pattern, it does not seem like it has been damaged by natural disasters like earthquakes as not the whole building is affected and the infrastructure nearby are safe as well. This gives me suspicion that the building has been destroyed by means of explosives, like bombs. This can be further confirmed by the scraps of material scattered several metres away from the scene, which shows the impact of the explosion. The affected area has been badly damaged and it looks like it cannot be recovered further. This leaves only half of the building standing. Numerous cranes in the building premises are needed to clear the debris left by the explosion. Many rescue workers can be seen standing atop the debris. They could be looking for survivors under the wreck. I think this may be quite tough as the dark sky may deter them from going deeper into the wreck.

There is a crowd gathered a mere distance from the building. The area does not look like it has been cordoned off, but the people know well to stay safe and keep away from the scene as not to affect rescue operations. I believe these people are concerned about the survival of the people in the building. They may be teachers of the school or even friends and family members of children still not found in the wreck as they have been given priority to go near the disaster scene. They must be eager to hear news of survivors, yet it would be sad to know that someone has been killed.

There are about ten vintage vehicles parked disorderly in the area. They do not seem to have been damaged, thus I infer that these vehicles drove in later after the blast. The one in the foreground on the left of the picture even has its headlights on. The middle vehicle in the foreground seems to have a tank and coiled hoses on it. It may be the water supply for survivors to clean up themselves. Right beside it is a wheelbarrow with a piece of cloth hung on its rim. This could also be part of the cleaning equipments. Upon the same vehicle are a man and a woman. They could be medical helpers waiting to help survivors. They are paying close attention to the scene in case help is needed.

There is a lady in the foreground dressed in uniform and wearing a hat. She looks like a police in her smart attire. She seems to be cordoning off unauthorised people from the scene in order not to affect rescue works. The people seem to be looking at the disaster scene in distress. I think it must have been a blow to them that such a terrorizing incident has occurred in their hometown. It must be very saddening as the lives of many students and even teachers could be lost in this cruel bombing attempt.

I believe the photographer's intention of taking this photo is to show how such hazards can happen anytime and anywhere when we are caught unaware. It is a form of warning to us about the extent of terrorist attacks. Even though this disaster happened a long time ago, we are still witnessing such attacks. An example is the 9/11 hijacking incident. Even though sometimes such attacks cannot be foreseen, I believe good security should be enough to prevent strangers from doing misdeeds. As for the friends and families of victims of the disaster, I offer my condolences.

Picture credited to: http://www.tsl.state.tx.us/exhibits/railroad/other/newlondon.html

posted by Bernice @ 8:03 AM