Catastrophe Chronicles

When the Mountain That Moves Moved: The Frank Slide of 1903


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In this gripping episode of Catastrophe Chronicles, Katie and Arin Babbick venture into the heart of Canada to unravel the truth behind the nation's most devastating rock slide. Discover the geological and historical context of the Frank Slide, as we explore the chaotic event that left a section of Turtle Mountain scattered across the valley floor and changed the town of Frank, Alberta, forever.

Join us for a narrative that weaves together the geological, historical, and personal stories of survival and tragedy, providing insights into the 1903 disaster that killed scores of residents and reshaped the landscape. From the warning signs ignored to the miraculous tales of survival, this episode promises an avalanche of information and reflection on one of history's most dramatic natural disasters.

 

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