As they prepare to encounter the Sirens, Odysseus instructs his shipmates to plug their ears with beeswax to avoid hearing the enchanting songs. He also orders them to tie him to the mast of the ship, ensuring that he can hear the Sirens' alluring voices without succumbing to their temptations. He commands them not to untie him, no matter how much he begs, until they have safely passed the danger. This strategy allows them to navigate the perilous waters without falling victim to the Sirens' seduction.
Wax
put wax in their all their ears except Odysseus'
Odysseus has his shipmates tie him to the mast of the ship so he can hear the sirens' song without being able to act on it. He also has his crew members plug their ears with beeswax so they cannot hear the sirens' enchanting song.
He saved the lives of his numerous shipmates by offering them wax to fill his ears from the voices of the approached sirens. Their voices lure in the incoming ships to become shipwrecked.
All the crew except Odysseus fill their ears with wax, and Odysseus is tied to the mast so he can't try to steer the ship or jump overboard.
yes in fact there were sirens and warnings out when it happened
The sirens may have gone off to alert people of an emergency or danger, such as severe weather, a fire, a hazardous material spill, or a missile threat. It is important to follow any instructions provided during a siren warning to stay safe.
People built bomb shelters in their back yards and almost every city set up air raid sirens.
Police cars have sirens.
No, there is NO roman connection with the Sirens.
Sirens cause shipwrecks to protect their existence.