Chapter
The Disastrous St. Francis Dam Failure.
30:41 - 35:00 (04:19)
The podcast describes the devastating effects of the St. Francis Dam failure, including the struggles faced by the Hello Girls in warning residents about the flood and the tragic stories of those who were unable to escape.
Clips
The 1938 hurricane that struck Long Island hit with such force that people who witnessed it could still recall its impact over 50 years later.
30:41 - 32:57 (02:15)
Hurricane
Summary
The 1938 hurricane that struck Long Island hit with such force that people who witnessed it could still recall its impact over 50 years later. The hurricane caused extensive damage and loss of life, including several towns dedicated to the flood victims.
ChapterThe Disastrous St. Francis Dam Failure.
Episode94: Liquid Avalanche. Saint Francis Dam Disaster National Monument.
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The Santa Paula flood of 1928 devastated the citrus orchards and packing plants in the area, causing the loss of life and an estimated $23 million in property damage, but it was thanks to the work of the Hello Girls that many lives were saved.
32:57 - 35:00 (02:03)
Natural Disaster
Summary
The Santa Paula flood of 1928 devastated the citrus orchards and packing plants in the area, causing the loss of life and an estimated $23 million in property damage, but it was thanks to the work of the Hello Girls that many lives were saved.