Can Washington, D.C., Handle Obama's Inauguration?
Logistical Issues
(Fox News) - Business and government officials in Washington say the city is not prepared to handle the record crowds expected for President-elect Obama's inauguration.
The Washington Times reports Board of Trade officials say visitors and residents should expect shortfalls in everything from bread and milk to parking for an estimated 10,000 extra buses. They said restaurants should anticipate delays in food deliveries and that Internet service will be slowed. Even cell phone reception could be hampered by overload on transmission towers.
One disaster preparedness official even advised residents to work from home on January 19th and 20th.
Between 4 million and 5 million visitors are expected during the 4-day celebration.
(Fox News) - Business and government officials in Washington say the city is not prepared to handle the record crowds expected for President-elect Obama's inauguration.
The Washington Times reports Board of Trade officials say visitors and residents should expect shortfalls in everything from bread and milk to parking for an estimated 10,000 extra buses. They said restaurants should anticipate delays in food deliveries and that Internet service will be slowed. Even cell phone reception could be hampered by overload on transmission towers.
One disaster preparedness official even advised residents to work from home on January 19th and 20th.
Between 4 million and 5 million visitors are expected during the 4-day celebration.
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