A Crosswalk Cross-Section from Ireland

Here's a typical pedestrian-activated crossing signal call box. I'm sure there's a better name for it but anyway - this thing makes an electronic ticking sound until the walk signal turns green. Then it emits a spacey shooting sound and the ticks speed up to indicate the crosswalk is open for business.




Another, more instructive, crosswalk call box.











This one has some real live Dubliners!











This busy crosswalk was found at a tourist site outside the city. (Click to enlarge and check out the "chopper" sign in the background.






I like the fancy-boy look of the pedestrian silhouette on this sign. Not sure what "GMC" stands for in this case though.