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My favorite story concerns subway grates. They are common in New York City. Set into the sidewalk, they are usually about 10' long and 3' wide or so. They provide ventilation for subway stations and are kept locked. But not maintained. A couple of years ago, this poor jerk is walking along and when he crosses the grate, it gives way. He falls about 6' to a ledge that is supposed to keep debris from the street out of the station. Unfortunately, because of the angle of the grate, he rolled. Hit the interior station grill and broke through. Hit the station floor and his momentum put him on the tracks. Several people in the station went to his assistance. Sadly, the poor, stunned guy, trying to get up, touched the third rail. This is Murphy's Law in action.
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