Frightful flood hits Buffalo Creek valley homes
Miners in Buffalo Creek Valley faced a devastating flood when a coal waste dam failed. A mile long, rain swollen pool unleashed mud, rocks, cars, bridges, and houses down an 18 mile valley. Gov Moore declared a disaster area as President Nixon pledged federal aid. Hundreds missing, thousands homeless.
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Nine cities named All-America City winners in national contest
Beloit Wisconsin Carbondale Illinois Chickasha Oklahoma Jamacia New York Lowell Massachusetts North Branford Connecticut Placentia California Santa Fe Springs California and Twin Cities area of Minnesota honored for citizen driven progress. National Guard searches wrecked Lorado and surrounding area amid catastrophic flood event described as an ocean of water. Geological Survey notes 75 coal waste dams in coal mining states risk overflow and collapse.
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Flooded valley dam collapse prompts evacuation and disaster aid
Hundreds feared dead as floodwaters forced evacuations in West Virginia and neighboring counties. Officials blame slag and sludge buildup behind the dam, with Georgia Guardsmen helping reach affected homes. President Nixon declared Logan County a national disaster as federal and local agencies coordinate shelter and recovery efforts.
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Runoff Allowed to Ease Flood Burden After Weekend Rain
Runoff measures approved to relieve strain from three days of continuous rain and snow. About 400 people sought treatment at local hospitals for flood related injuries and shock, highlighting the weekend weather impact.
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