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Some rest stop bathrooms in Finland can only be opened by SMS messaging "OPEN" to a number printed on the door. The new system was introduced in January in the rest areas along Highway 1 in Paimio and Salo near Turku, following numerous breakages, arson attempts, and thefts in the buildings housing public conveniences for motorists.

Standard text messaging rates apply, but the government is not making any money off the "transaction". The hope is that by having the "users" phone number on file it will deter them from vandalizing the facilities. At this point, "HLP NO TP" does nothing for you.

(Via Helsingin Sanomat .)