I liked this piece not only because I work with concrete all the time in my job, but also because it might open the public eyes about everyday resources we take for granted like cheap gas, cheap concrete, and cheap lumber. It demonstrates the domino effect that occurs as a result of natural or man-made events and how even the most obscure happenings can effect everyone. Is this another version of "The Butterfly Effect"?
In any case, we as individuals, communities or countries all need to be aware of the effects our actions produce, globally as well as locally.
"Hope for the best, plan for the worst".