Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Where is Georgia, Atlanta and Georgia Tech?

My journey to East Coast America begin soon. Before I begin, lets take a look at where I am going:

The country that I will be going to:
United States of America


The state which I will be going to:
Georgia








The city which I wil be going to:
Atlanta

Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the state's largest city. It is also one of the most important commercial, financial, and transportation centers of the southeastern United States. Located in the northern portion of the state, Atlanta enjoys a high mean elevation—1,050 feet (320m) above sea level—which distinguishes it from most other southern (and eastern) cities and contributes to a more temperate climate than is found in areas farther south





In addition, Atlanta is home of the "World of Coca Cola"(coca cola museum) and headquarter of CNN, Coke and UPS.

The school which I will be going to:
Georgia Tech
The Georgia Institute of Technology, also known as Georgia Tech, is one of the nation's top technological universities,

Georgia Tech Campus distinguished by its commitment to improving the human condition through advanced science and technology.It was founded in 1885 to help the state move beyond its agrarian roots.

The Georgia Tech campus occupies 450 acres in the heart of Atlanta, where in fall 2003 more than 800 full-time academic faculty members taught in six colleges.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Goni the Typhoon No.8

The name of this typhoon is Goni (天鵝)

A small little swan that is....not as strong as I expect it to be, I am guessing that I need to be at work tomorrow.

Here are the standard instructions given by Government

1. Complete all precautions in your home. Lock all windows and doors, fit bars into position and insert reinforced shutters and gates if they are available. Adhesive tape fixed to large window-panes in exposed positions will reduce damage by broken glass. Storm water drains should be cleared of leaves and rubbish.

2. Since seas are very rough and the current is strong with changing direction, you are advised to stay away from the shoreline and not to engage in water sports.

3. Owners of neon signs are reminded that they should now arrange for the electricity supply to their signs to be cut off.

4. Please listen to the radio or watch TV for the latest weather information broadcast at the 15th, 30th, 45th and 58th minute of each hour. You can also browse the Hong Kong Observatory's web site for the information.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Typhoon Standby Signal No.1

When I got back home from office today, Typhoon Standby Signal No.1 is hoisted. The first thing came to my mind: is it going to hit us tomorrow in OFFICE HOUR?

You see, when typhoon is coming to a head on collision with the city, The Hong Kong Observatory will hoist a Typhoon Signal no.8 Signal(or higher) and we dont have to go to work/school/outdoor whatsoever. AND the last time it came, it came on a bloody SUNDAY. (I wonder if they need to go to Church)

What a damn waste.

please come on the right timing alright?


And please arrive with the minimal strength to cause a holiday.