| Toll Climbs In California Fire Disaster | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1691 |
| Catalog #: | 364202 | |
| Clip Number: | 364202-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 034-091-01 | |
| Timecode: | 00:15:30 - 00:18:06 | |
| Location: | California, USA | |
| Year Shot: | 1961 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | DISASTERS: Fires LOCATIONS/NORTH AMERICA: USA, California | |
| Description: | Toll Climbs In California Fire Disaster The worst fire in southern California history rages through the foothills in the Bel-air and Brentwood districts of Los Angeles county. The blaze raced with incredible swiftness through the brush-choked canyons and destroyed more than 750 homes. Many were in the $100,000 class and owned by movie luminaries. Damage in the 14,000 acre fire is estimated at upwards of $20,000,000. Aerial footage of blocks of homes on mountain ridge destroyed by the fire. Smoke filled canyon. Helicopter seen in distance. Home engulfed by flames. Woman standing helpless, and crying as she watches her home burn. Fire truck in front of home, and hose seen in the distance spraying water on the property. Fireman stands on roof of home, looks like he is using the water hose to spray down the roof. Burned out home or garage, still burning. Airplane drops substance on fire. Homes engulfed by flames. Nightfall, fire glows across hillside, man silhouette in foreground. Homes glowing with fires raging inside. Aerial of damage and destruction, homes, mansions, ruins. Two men walk through doorway? could be homeowner or insurance claim agent. | |
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