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7A THE DAILY ASTORIAN • TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2017 Aya: Unusual sound also serves as a built-in education tool Continued from Page 1A “It’d been 21 years since the last tsunami in 1964, and at the time it seemed like a waste of money to invest in alarms when these events were so rare,” Aya said. But Aya remembers walk- ing down the beach two days after the vote and watching a group of children building a sandcastle at the edge of the surf. With no adults watching them, he wondered how these kids would know about a tsu- nami warning and how to get to safety. “All of this caused me to worry whether we’d done the right thing,” Aya said. So Aya did research and dis- covered the threat of a tsunami hitting the Pacific Northwest was much more likely than he assumed. Before he knew it, he was in charge of establish- ing the town’s tsunami alarm system. Making the “moo” Before moving to Cannon Beach, Aya worked as a stat- istician for a phone company, gathering data about customer service. “I’ve always been pretty mechanical, but no, I suppose I didn’t have experience with this type of stuff before,” Aya said. To figure out what equip- ment was needed, Aya reached Photos by Colin Murphey/The Daily Astorian LEFT: Equipment that controls the tsunami warning system in Cannon Beach occupies a room at the main fire station. RIGHT: The equipment that controls the tsunami warning system in Cannon Beach has been upgraded over the years to include digital components. out to nuclear power plants, which for years had relied on sirens to warn surrounding communities in case of a radio- active accident. At $30,000 a pop, the fire district began installing the 40-foot tall sirens strategically around Cannon Beach and Arch Cape. But issues started to arise when it came time to test the sirens. Aya worried about how the public would react after hearing the loud alarms over and over for multiple days. He was concerned the town’s irri- tation could politically hinder the project. “I was emailing with an author friend of mine, who is an arch-conservative guy, about the problem. As a joke, I thought because the acronym for our system was COWS —– for Community Warning Sys- tem — that maybe we could broadcast a mooing sound,” Aya said. “He thought it was hilarious, and I figured if some- one serious like him thought mooing was funny, maybe less serious people would, too.” Thirty years later, it’s Aya’s voice people hear over the loud- speaker letting them know “it’s just a test,” and the prerecorded “mooing” sound he found in a BBC sound effects library. While part of the value is definitely for comedic effect, Aya said, having an unusual sound also serves as a built-in education tool. “When the monthly COWS test is run, residents take it in stride but often are amused by how startled some visitors are over the loud mooing,” Aya said. “So they inquire in shops and restaurants, where they learn that the testing is to warn of an impending tsunami.” Cannon Beach’s system was one of the first of its kind by 1988, and places like the Hanford Nuclear Reservation, Depoe Bay and Port Alberni, British Columbia, all modeled similar community warning systems after Cannon Beach. “They don’t moo, though,” Aya said. ‘Now far safer’ Aya is no longer involved with maintaining the warning system. But over the decades he served on the fire district’s board, the changes he wit- nessed in tsunami and earth- quake safety technology have been substantial. What has made the largest difference has been improved seismic detection systems. In the mid-1980s, it was board policy to evacuate local hazard areas if any kind of ground dis- turbance was felt. According to Aya’s records, evacuations of this kind have happened four times since 1989. Today, the National Tsu- nami Warning Center can alert communities within a few minutes of a dangerous oce- anic event. The data is detailed enough to inform communities if a tsunami is on its way. But when Aya first started, it could have taken up to 45 minutes to get an advisory faxed, which is an issue when on average it only takes about 20 minutes after an earthquake for a tsu- nami to arrive. Since Aya’s tenure, board member Garry Smith said the fire district has updated sirens to use digital technology, and is looking to install two more COWS by Hug Point and Arca- dia Beach when funds allow. But much of how the system runs today is thanks to Aya’s work. “If it hadn’t been for Al, we wouldn’t have this system,” Smith said. “Before this, we had to evacuate the old-fash- ioned way, driving the town warning people. This is much safer.” Typically, warning sys- tems are managed by county governments rather than local fire districts, Smith said. But Cannon Beach fights to keep the system they built on their own. “If we have a major event, and we directly get a notifica- tion from the National Weather Service, we want to get out the message as fast as possible,” Smith said. “Sometimes the county waits longer to make a decision than we would.” Ultimately, Aya said, tsu- nami preparedness is built household by household through education and plan- ning, no matter how many sirens are “mooing.” “But overall,” Aya said, “I would say people on the coast are now far safer than they were three decades ago.” CLASSIFIEDINDEX classifieds NOTICES MARINE RENTALS Special Notices ............................. 104 Boats for Sale................................. 251 Public Notices ............................... 107 Boating Parts & Accessories ..... 254 Announcements .......................... 110 Boats Wanted ................................ 257 Boat Trailers ................................... 260 PERSONALS Marine Supplies & Equip. .......... 266 Lots & Found ................................. 181 Boat/RV Storage ........................... 269 Personals ........................................ 184 Fund-raisers ................................... 188 RVs & Trailers RVs & Travel Trailers ............ 301-307 AUTOMOTIVE Campers, Utility Trailers .... 310-313 Antiques/Classic Vehicles ......... 201 Automobiles .................................. 204 REAL ESTATE SUVs/Trucks .......................... 207-210 Open Houses ................................. 501 4WD .................................................. 213 For Sale ................................... 504-513 Vans .................................................. 216 Lots & Acreage .............................. 516 ATVs/Motorcycles ........................ 219 Income Property .......................... 519 Truck/Auto Parts .......................... 222 Manufactured Homes ................ 522 Detailing ......................................... 225 Commercial Property ................. 525 Tires & Wheels ............................... 228 Real Estate Wanted ..................... 531 107 Public Notices The City of Astoria’s Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for tree removal and replacement work in our parks. Qualified contractors may contact Jonah Dart-McLean, Parks Maintenance Supervisor, at jdart@astoria.or.us or (503)298-2467 to obtain the full solicitation and work details. Occasionally other companies make telemarketing calls off classified ads. These companies are not affiliated with The Daily Astorian and customers are under no obligation to participate. If you would like to contact the attorney general or be put on the do not call list, here are the links to both of them Complaint form link: http://www.doj.state.or.us/ finfraud/ 204 Automobiles 251 Boats for Sale 2017 27 LOA Xtaero XT24DV Long Cabin Twin Outboard New semi-custom aluminum builder seeks demo owner on OR, WA, CA coast to showcase newest twin outboard model. Features stand up helm, deep cockpit, welded self bailing deck, deep-vee design. Outstanding Alaska customer reviews. Visit www.xtaeroboats.com for more information. Tacoma, WA. Call 907-342-2141 504 Homes for Sale New Patient Special Dr. Stephanie White is inviting you to her practice to receive the highest quality care for your dental needs. Mention this Ad and receive a Free Electric Toothbrush! Schedule Today!! 503-738-9273 3965 HWY 101 N. Gearhart, OR 97138 www.gearhartdentistry.com Email: frontdesk@gearhartdentistry.com We also offer our own in-house insurance plan (featured under Ilumitrac, on our website) Special applies to new patients that receive a comprehensive exam. Special expires 12/31/17 SPECIALTY SERVICES W E URGE YOU TO PATRONIZE THE LOCAL PROFESSIONALS ADVERTISING IN T HE D AILY A STORIAN S PECIALTY S ERVICES . T O PLACE YOUR S PECIALTY S ERVICES AD , CALL 325-3211. PETS/LIVESTOCK House 4 bed, 2.5 bath home on 1/3 acre in city. Minutes from schools & town. Custom built & thoughtfully designed. All walls constructed w/earthquake bracing. 2 full wood burning FP. LR w/vaulted ceiling. Formal office+library. Wooden feature walls. 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See at: 970 Tichenor St, Clatskanie, OR 503-730-4554 https://rem.ax/2zu3dlo leachitwood@remax.net WE GETRESULTS Animal Boarding .......................... 701 Feed-Hay-Grain ............................ 704 Pets & Supplies ............................. 710 Horses & Tack ................................ 713 DANIELLE MISCELLANEOUS CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD Fuel, Heating & Firewood ......... 807 Furniture & HH Goods ................ 810 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES TV & Electronics ........................... 811 Business Opportunities ............. 643 Antiques & Collectibles ............. 813 Business for Sale .......................... 644 Jewelry ............................................ 814 Arts & Crafts ................................... 816 503-325-3211 or 800-781-3211 x231 Email: classifieds@dailyastorian.com Web: www.dailyastorian.com HELP WANTED Help Wanted .................................. 651 APPLIANCES & EQUIP. Work Wanted ................................. 652 Tools & Heavy Equipment ........ 851 Lawn & Garden Equipment ...... 854 SERVICES Appliances ..................................... 860 Childcare/Adult Care .................. 661 Medical Equip. & Supply ........... 866 Services ........................................... 664 Farm Equipment .......................... 923 504 Homes for Sale 2007 Cadillac DTS 4-door 50,000 miles In perfect condition. $13k-Firm 503-440-9257 Classified Ads work hard for you! 110 Announcements Properties for Rent ............. 601-613 Rooms & Roommates................. 616 Commercial Rental ...................... 619 Vacation Rentals .......................... 622 Storage Space ............................... 628 Wanted to Rent ............................ 634 RV/Mobile Home Space ............ 637 THE DEADLINE FOR CLASSIFIED ADS is 1 p.m. the day before your ad is scheduled to run 525 Commercial Property Astoria: 3925 Abbey Lane, 800 SF and up. Starting at $.50/SF and up. (503)440-6945 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE 604 Apartments All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “Any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians; pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD at 1(800)669-9777. The toll free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1(800)927-9275. Seaside: Riverview, 2 bedroom, 1 bath Washer/dryer, carport. $875 per month+deposit. DNC Rental Properties (503)791-2855 Go. Do. coastweekend.com dining • the arts • music shopping • museums • classes • movies gardening • news • blogs • more ERROR AND CANCELLATIONS Please read your ad on the first day. Astoria, 222 Alameda. 1 bedroom $700-$750+deposit. Hot water included. No pets/smoking. References. 503-680-4210 Serene Cannon Beach Studio in Forest setting. Small kitchenette, walk to town. Parking for one car. Fully furnished. $1200/month, $1200 deposit Utilities included. 425-922-6329 613 Houses 651 Help Wanted 651 Help Wanted Part-Time Employment Ashore Hotel, a fun and hip hotel, is hiring housekeepers! Great pay and benefits! Seaside, OR. 206-226-0355 rebecca@adrifthotel.com Seaside School District is seeking a dependable self-starter w/tech skills for: Part-Time Employment Cook position available. Pay DOE. OR Food Handlers Required Seaside, OR. 503-738-7700 teresa@awakeningsbythesea. com SHOP LOCAL! Check the Business Directory daily to utilize the local professionals advertising in The Daily Astorian. To place an ad in our Business Directory, call 503-325-3211. The Portway is looking for an experienced cook. Full-time/year round. Please apply in person at the Portway 422 West Marine Drive, Astoria. No phone calls please. Customer Service Representative/data entry/ dispatcher wanted for local oil distributer. Full-time position with benefits. Must have phone and data entry skills. Starting wage $13.00-$13.50/hour. Resume to P.O. Box 1068 Astoria, OR 97103 Artistic Cannon Beach Vacation Home available for longer-term rental. Housekeeping, Front Desk, Maintenance positions available. Beautifully appointed four bedroom main home with detached office/studio. Walk to town and beaches, peekaboo view. $2500 month, utilities included. Photos cannot describe the serenity and ambiance of this home. A must see. Owned by nationally collected, Cannon Beach artist, Miska 425-922-6329 Full/Part-time positions. Must be 18 and valid driver’s license required and no SR22s. If you see an error, The Daily Astorian will gladly re-run your ad correctly. We accept responsibility for the first incorrect insertion, and then only to the extent of a corrected insertion or refund of the price paid. CLASSIFIED ADS work hard for you. Try one today! To cancel or correct an ad, call 503-325-3211 or 1-800-781-3211 Two great retail spaces for rent separate or together 402SF+303SF 255 N. Hemlock. Next to Distillery. Cannon Beach, OR. 360-608-3109 FIND IT, TELL IT, SELL IT! CLASSIFIED ADS! 503-325-3211 All classifieds require pre-payment 619 Commercial Rental Applications may be picked up and returned at: Inn of the Four Winds 820 N. Prom. Seaside Oregon Cashier/Clerk Looking for full-time and part-time employees. Accepting application for honest, friendly, self-motivated. Starting pay $11 per hour. Benefits for full-time employment after 6 Months. Pre Employment Drug screening required. Applications available at Bud’s RV in Gearhart 4412 Hwy. 101 North Gearhart, OR 97138 www.DailyAstorian.com BOOKKEEPER/ATHLETIC SECRETARY at Seaside High School. Great work environment and EXCELLENT benefits! Visit our employment page for more information and to apply: www.seaside.k12.or.us/ employment or (503 )738-5591 The District is an EOE SERVICE & DELIVERY TECH Ferrellgas is looking for a full time Service & Delivery Tech in Long Beach, WA. Requirements: HS Diploma, previous install work, plumbing or gas fitting license. pref., Class A or B CDL w/hazmat/tanker Apply online at Ferrellgas.com/Careers EOE/AAP/M/F/D/V ADVERTISERS who want quick results use classified ads regularly. MCMENAMINS GEARHART HOTEL is NOW HIRING a FRONT DESK AGENT! What we need from you: An open and flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Previous experience is preferred, but we are willing to train! A love of working in a busy, customer service-oriented environment. Seasonal and Long term positions are available. Interested in a career in the hospitality industry? We offer opportunities for advancement as well as an excellent benefit package to eligible employees, including vision, medical, chiropractic, dental and so much more! Apply online 24/7 at mcmenamins.com or stop by the Sand Trap Pub and Gearhart Hotel, and fill out an application. EOE
