The other day, the fire alarms went off where I work. They are nifty and annoying and have that bright white flashing light. Most of us (near where I was sitting anyway) went outside to our designated area like good little soldiers. Others waited inside to see if it was a false alarm.

It was.

The local fire department was draining the hydrants, and when our building's system noted a drop in water pressure, it triggered the alarm, which then, needs to be approved by the local fire department that there is NO threat.

I figured it was better to be safe than sorry. Plus it was a nice day outside.

I can't believe people would rather work and/or stand around looking out the window to see what is going on, than just get out of the building.

It's just a job, people. And not one of life and death importance, either.

sheesh.