Tropical Storm Agnes at 50: ‘So many people lost so much’

United States News News

Tropical Storm Agnes at 50: ‘So many people lost so much’
United States Latest News,United States Headlines
  • 📰 PennLive
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 15 sec. here
  • 2 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 9%
  • Publisher: 53%

She left behind memories of mud, of flooded basements and lost homes and lives.

This was the lead image on the front page of the combined Patriot and Evening News on June 28, 1972. It was the first edition of the paper to print since floodwaters hit Harrisburg a week earlier. Because the presses in Harrisburg were under water and had been damaged, this edition was printed in Allentown. “The Susquehanna stretched its watery fingers over Harrisburg on Saturday, giving this aerial view of the city a Venetian touch," the paper's editors wrote about this photo.

Fifty years ago, Tropical Storm Agnes pummeled Pennsylvania, earning the title of worst disaster in state history.Agree to disagree, or disagree better? We'll help you understand the sharpest arguments on the most pressing issues of the week, from new and familiar voices.

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

PennLive /  🏆 463. in US

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Storm gouges hole in wall of Grossinger Toyota dealership in Lincoln ParkStorm gouges hole in wall of Grossinger Toyota dealership in Lincoln Park'All the bricks flew off, and this paper flew out. Like everything flew out from it, and we were like, 'What just happened?'' said Ally Dunklau.
Read more »

Justin Bieber updates fans on 'horrific storm' he's facing with facial paralysisJustin Bieber updates fans on 'horrific storm' he's facing with facial paralysisJustin Bieber described how he his facing a 'horrific storm' in his battle with Ramsay Hunt syndrome, but insists he is getting better by the day
Read more »

Drag queen speaks out after far-right extremists storm children's event at Bay Area libraryDrag queen speaks out after far-right extremists storm children's event at Bay Area library'I don't feel safe in my own home.' Bay Area drag queen Panda Dulce is speaking out after far-right extremists Proud Boys stormed a library children's event in the East Bay.
Read more »

Wings fight through health issues and an unexpected ejection in loss to StormWings fight through health issues and an unexpected ejection in loss to StormARLINGTON — Down their three best isolation scorers for the final quarter-plus of Sunday’s game versus the Storm, the Wings could have easily folded down the...
Read more »

Alleged Proud Boys storm Bay Area Drag Queen Story Hour at libraryAlleged Proud Boys storm Bay Area Drag Queen Story Hour at libraryThe men were 'described as extremely aggressive with a threatening violent demeanor causing people to fear for their safety,' the sheriff's office said.
Read more »

Proud Boys storm drag queen event for children at Bay Area library, deputies sayProud Boys storm drag queen event for children at Bay Area library, deputies sayAlameda County sheriff's deputies say the group entered the library during a story time event hosted by drag queen Panda Dulce for preschool-aged children in celebration of Pride Month, making 'homophobic and transphobic remarks.'
Read more »



Render Time: 2025-03-19 23:08:13