Federal 2, 5, or 7 siren -- Post TX
N 33° 11.430 W 101° 22.635
14S E 278379 N 3674923
This vintage Federal siren from the 1930-1950s alerts the townfolk in Post TX
Waymark Code: WMPV6A
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 10/22/2015
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This siren is located on a rickety-looking wood platform and pole set up. It stands behind the nondescript Post Municipal Court building at the corner of the US 84 and Main St. in downtown Post.
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"Federal Signal's Model's 2, 5, and 7 are probably the most widespread siren in the U.S
Description
All three models have the distinctive cone-shaped housing; with one chopper inside. The majority of these sirens are painted either red; yellow; black; or gray (mostly red). Some models have up to 4 directional cones mounted onto the housing; with the least number being 2. These sirens have replaced most old sirens; and are still in use and production today."
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