I don't know why some of you are being so blunt about all this? Of course people care about those that are closer to them! And I'm sure everyone on this forum would be more concerned about an event happening closer to them because it puts them and their loved ones at risk!
If some guy down the road broke his arm, it wouldnt bother you, but if its was your mum, it would.
So stop acting like some lonely cop from a movie with the whole, "I don't care for anyone but myself" attitude, because on the verge of just being plain cheesy.