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  • Tags: Disasters and Accidents
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This home at the corner of Center and Elm was so damaged by the Loma Prieta Earthquake that it was later demolished. The Heiner House, which was located at Church and Chestnut Streets, was moved to this location.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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It looks as if this house slid off its foundation during the Loma Prieta Earthquake. Like many homes, its brick chimney also collapsed.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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Home showing severe damage from the Loma Prieta Earthquake.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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Earthquake damaged home. Damage to housing in the County ranged from none to so bad that the house was demolished. As a result of the Loma Prieta earthquake, many persons were left homeless.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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The Civic Auditorium was the principal shelter site for the first five days after the October 17, 1989 earthquake. The Civic had generator power, water, and Red Cross-provided food. It was also the site of the Library's community information service…

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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One of the many chimneys that were damaged in the Loma Prieta Earthquake.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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One of the seven Phoenix Pavilions erected after the Loma Prieta Earthquake as temporary housing for local businesses. This pavilion was at the corner of Lincoln and Cedar Steets, and housed the Antique Collective, Bento Baki, Donatello's Gelato,…

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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Photo taken from Pacific Ave. near the convergence with Front and Water Streets showing a large mound of earthquake rubble from the Loma Prieta Earthquake. In the background is the Town Clock. To the right is the war memorial statue dedicated on…

Date: 1989-11-13
Type: PHOTO

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Laurel Broadway Bridge, showing damage from the Loma Prieta earthquake.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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Cracks in the street and broken sidewalk as a result of the Loma Prieta earthquake. The street in the forefront is Laurel. In the background, to the left, is a home showing damage to the roof and porch.

Date: 1989
Type: PHOTO

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