CNN: Eye on Poland: Country at the Crossroads

[nika285]

(CNN)

[warcholski]

CRIME: Major cities have higher rates of crime against residents and
foreign visitors than other areas.

Organized groups of thieves and pickpockets operate at major tourist
destinations, in train stations, and on trains, trams, and buses in
major cities. Theft has occurred on overnight trains. Most pick-
pocketing on trains occurs during boarding; in the most common
scenario, a group of well-dressed young men will surround a
passenger in the narrow aisle of the train, jostling/pick-pocketing
him or her as they supposedly attempt to get around the passenger.
Keep an eye on cell phones; they are prized by thieves. Beware of
taxi drivers who approach you at the airport or who do not display
telephone numbers and a company name; these drivers usually charge
exorbitant rates. Order your taxi by telephone and at the airport
use only taxis in the designated taxi ranks.

Car thefts and car-jackings are experiencing a significant decline;
however, theft from vehicles remains a constant concern. Drivers
should be wary of people indicating they should pull over or that
something is wrong with their cars. When such drivers pull over to
see if there is a problem, they may find themselves suddenly
surrounded by thieves from a second vehicle. If drivers encounter
someone indicating that there is trouble with their car and the
problem is not apparent, they should continue driving until they
find a safe spot (a crowded gas station, supermarket, or even police
station) to inspect their vehicles. There also have been incidents
of thieves opening or breaking passenger-side doors and windows in
slow or stopped traffic to take purses or briefcases left on the
seat beside the driver. Those traveling by car should remember to
keep windows closed and doors locked. Extremist youth gangs are a
threat, particularly in urban areas. Verbal harassment and physical
attacks have been directed against members of racial minorities or
those who appear to be foreign, particularly those of Asian or
African descent.

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--------------Warning!!!------------
Watch for large polish groups with sharp tomahawks - locally
named "siekiera" and "sierp".

MEDICAL FACILITIES AND HEALTH INFORMATION: Adequate medical care is
available in Poland, but hospital facilities and nursing support are
not comparable to American standards. Physicians are generally well
trained but specific emergency services may be lacking in certain
regions, especially in Poland's small towns and rural areas. Younger
doctors generally speak English, though nursing staff often does
not. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for
health services. Medications are generally available, although they
may not be specific U.S. brand-name drugs.

[maciekqbn]

To info to chyba z lat 50-tych

Watch for large polish groups with sharp tomahawks - locally
named "siekiera" and "sierp".

Sierp to ja widziałem w muzeum a wcześniej na godle CCCP.
Ciekawe o co chodzi im z tymi siekierami? Może trzeba uważac na duże
grupy drwali w lesie??? Choć z tego co zauważyłęm będąc ostatnio
na grzybach, to wycinają używając pił mechanicznych. To dopiero
muszą być niebezpieczni ludzie.

[hotdog01]

hyhyhy, buwiaste sie szybko cywilizujom, hyhyhy, az caly tydzien
potrzeba zeby sie okazalo ze srednia 3000zl ma tylko 5%
spoleczenstwa.

[pest_controller]

szczurzy pysku,zalales ryja na labor day i cos ci sie yebie heheee