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Design for Disaster (1962)

Movie 27 min

Documentary

This 1962 documentary tells the story of a fire that started on November 5th, 1961 in Bel Air, Los Angeles, and over the course of three days destroyed 484 homes, damaged 190 others, and burned over 16,000 acres. The $30 million disaster led to new laws by the city to eliminate wood shingle roofs and to clear dry brush away from homes. The film was produced by the Los Angeles Fire Department and is narrated by actor William Conrad

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Quick facts

Released
February 28, 1962
Runtime
27 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt35435044
Language
Studio
Los Angeles City Fire Department

Themes

Cast

William Conrad William Conrad Narrator William Miller Self-Chief Engineer-Los Angeles Fire Dept.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Design for Disaster about?
This 1962 documentary tells the story of a fire that started on November 5th, 1961 in Bel Air, Los Angeles, and over the course of three days destroyed 484 homes, damaged 190 others, and burned over 16,000 acres. The $30 million disaster led to new laws by the city to eliminate wood shingle roofs and to clear dry brush away from homes. The film was produced by the Los Angeles Fire Department and is narrated by actor William Conrad
Who stars in Design for Disaster?
Design for Disaster stars William Conrad, William Miller.
When was Design for Disaster released?
Design for Disaster is a 1962 documentary film.
Where can I watch Design for Disaster?
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