Outrunning Hell by mboncher
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October 8th 1871 - Peshtigo, Wisconsin
On this date, the deadliest firestorm in US history occurred. Over 2,200 people died or vanished as a literal tornado of fire, over 5 miles wide eradicated the town. Fireballs from the event were thrown up to 7 miles out into Lake Michigan, igniting some sailing ships and a lighthouse.
Little help came for those few who survived, for most was sent to Chicago, which burned at the exact same time!
Comments (4)
drawbridgep
Great image. The fire is fantastic. oh well, I won't be winning this months challenge then. ;-)
pakled
that's one busy cow...;) great pic.
virtuallyhistorical
Thanks for bringing us the event and the image. I think you've capture the hell of it! My only suggestion would be to do some fake motion blur to the train to give it more sense of speed. Mak
e-brink
This is a great idea!!!! Nice action.