'What is this?!' This Sochi sign seems like it could lead to disaster [pics]

Wheelchair accessibility, Sochi style?

Really? Are you serious? #SochiProblems pic.twitter.com/fduhBExEfr

— Alan Springer (@AlanSpringer) February 7, 2014

@alanspringer What is this?! Is this a real sign?!

— Cassandra Tadsen (@Leighcakes6) February 7, 2014

Several journalists covering the Sochi Winter Olympics tweeted about the sign.

I'm confused. #Sochi2014 pic.twitter.com/UC9vak7DQY

— John Lehmann ? (@JohnLehmann) February 5, 2014

https://twitter.com/DanWetzel/status/431826101757702144

Dont know how to go downstairs in a wheelchair?? In Sochi they show you #nolahagasdepedoybaja http://t.co/B2XGockivo

— Renato Lopez (@Renatolopez1) February 7, 2014

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@DanWetzel Putin said that they don't have any handicapped people in Russia.

— Jbob (@JoshBob1981) February 7, 2014

in Russia, people in wheelchairs still use the stairs. equal rights for all. #Sochi #Olympics #octothorpe http://t.co/8HGcXaCRA0

— John Gratton (@fearjego) February 7, 2014

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We don’t have a clear photo of the stairs near that Sochi sign, but here’s a pic of a Russian wheelchair “ramp.” Is this the deal in Sochi?

(Image credit: Aided Mobility)

https://twitter.com/DrunkenGeeBee/status/431858479939076097

Worth noting: The 2014 Winter Paralympics will be held next month. In Sochi.

“@JohnLehmann: I'm confused. #Sochi2014 pic.twitter.com/07wEgbOzD9”

I hope this isn't Russia's take on the Paralympics.

— Kat Arnett (@katarnett) February 5, 2014