1922 Astoria, Oregon fire
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Photograph showing the fire's aftermath
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Remnants of the Weinhard Hotel and the Astoria National Bank
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Remnants of the Astoria Furniture Company
In December 1922, a fire destroyed up to 30 blocks in Astoria, Oregon. Approximately 2,500 residents lost their homes, and damages exceeded hundreds of millions of dollars.[1] The fire is considered to be one of the worst in Oregon's history.[2]
References
- ↑ Bodendorfer, Jen. "Oregon Historical Photo: Astoria Fire". Oregon Public Broadcasting. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
- ↑ "Infernos leave historic marks on Astoria's waterfront". The Oregonian. Retrieved January 30, 2018.
External links
- Astoria Fire - December 7, 1922, Puget Sound Theatre Organ Society
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