| Tragedy In Bali. Thousands die as volcano erupts. | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 1709 |
| Catalog #: | 425206 | |
| Clip Number: | 425206-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 036-029-03 | |
| Timecode: | 00:29:36 - 00:30:18 | |
| Location: | Bali, Indonensia | |
| Year Shot: | 1963 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | DISASTERS: Damage / Aftermath DISASTERS: Survivors DISASTERS: Volcanoes LOCATIONS/SOUTHEAST ASIA: Indonesia (Dutch East Indies), Bali RELIGION: Buddhism | |
| Description: | Thousands die as volcano erupts. Nearly two thousand Balinese die as Gunung Agung erupts and showers the island with huge rocks and molten lava . The natives believe it was an act of their angry Gods and pray for mercy in a ruined temple. The Indonesian government may evacuate the island completely. Gunung Agung erupting spewing smoke and ashes. MLS - A scenic shot of the side of the mountain / volcano oozing out hot lava flowing down the side and destroying everything in its path. MS - People going into the temple on the mountain side, hundreds of worshipers were killed at this site. MCUS - Buddhist Priest sitting and praying. Camera scanning - The devastation and aftermath of smoldering grasses and trees. | |
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