DAMASCUS GETTING READY BOMB SHELTERS

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Syria checks bomb shelters



Winds of war blow through Syria as country checks bomb shelters for first time since 1973 war
Roee Nahmias


The winds of war blowing through the region are also being felt in Syria, as the country begins checks of its public bomb shelters for the first time since 1973.

Syrian media outlets reported Wednesday that while residents of towns on the border with Israel are independently looking after themselves
and shelters, the 'civil guard' began checking the state of bomb shelters in Damascus.


A senior member or the civil guard in Damascus said the body was "working to make sure the shelters were in good shape as a step to prepare for any future development. This is especially true for shelters who have over the years turned into stores, clubs, and even homes."


"Imagine if God forbid a war broke out and they tried to enter here, they would probably prevent it," said Abu Majdi, a senior civil guard member, while pointing at a home in Damascus built in a former shelter.


[link to www.ynetnews.com]