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Last update - 18:42 04/03/2008 Deputy Defense Min. orders louder rocket warning siren in Ashkelon By Yuval Azoulay, Haaretz Correspondent Tags: warning system, Ashkelon  A wailing siren will now be heard in Ashkelon every time a rocket is fired at the southern city from the Gaza Strip, instead of the "color red" alert system previously installed to warn against imminent strikes. Deputy Defense Minister Matan Vilnai on Tuesday decided to replace the existing system after receiving several complaints recently from residents of Ashkelon who said they didn't hear the "color red" alert prior to rocket strikes on the city. In response to these complaints, the Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command began installing loud sirens around the city over the last two days. Eight loudspeakers were installed, in addition to the 21 existing loudspeakers that will now be used to warn against strikes. Advertisement Due to continuing complaints, it was decided that instead of spoken warnings on the loudspeakers, a loud siren will be heard. The siren was chosen because of its ability to reach further corners of the city and the volume control it lends. Related articles: 5 hurt in Ashkelon as close to 50 rockets hit southern Israel Ashkelon's battle: Not to become Sderot Analysis: Katyusha in Ashkelon / The other side is cautious too Ashkelon decides against activating rocket alarm system Bookmark to del.icio.us   UN hushes Human Rights Council observes moment of silence for Gaza 'martyrs.' Hitler's sign Document shows that British spies hired a flamboyant astrologer in World War II.   1.   Eeeek a Snake. Oh.Just a Python 19:42  |  Gideon Reader 04/03/08   2.   How about finishing Iron Dome or *shock* Killing the Launchers? 20:10  |  Efox 04/03/08   3.   PARDON? 20:11  |  ..._ 04/03/08

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