BLACK-OUT TEST
(Press Assn.) AUCKLAND, Oct. 13. Commenting on Auckland’s first emergency black-out test, held last night from 9 to 9.30. the Mayor (Mr Allum) said that on the whole the authorities were satisfied with the results. The system of warning signals given from 6-1 points appeared adequate. . A limited amount of street lighting was left on, and many shop lights were not extinguished. Motorists cooperated excellently after the first few minutes and trams aud buses were under excellent control. ’lhe black-out on the waterfront was a complete success and cargo operations were suspended. A comprehensive test at the railway station was made by 100 employees, including women, and imaginary fires. traffic dislocations, and casualties were efficiently dealt with.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume LXI, Issue 267, 13 October 1941, Page 6
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119BLACK-OUT TEST Manawatu Standard, Volume LXI, Issue 267, 13 October 1941, Page 6
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