On Saturday, Might 24, 2008, the town of Sign Hill shall be commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Hancock Oil Refinery Fireplace.
The fire, which occurred on Might 22, 1958, was one of the most important fires in California history and was one among the first situations of mutual assist amongst hearth departments, with models from the Sign Hill Hearth Department, Long Beach Fire Department, Los Angeles County Fireplace Department, and Vernon Hearth Division responding.
The fireplace burned for 72 hours, and the smoke cloud might be seen for a number of miles.
e are looking ahead to honoring the firefighters who saved our group, a lot of whom were not recognized for his or her bravery 50 years in the past,stated Sign Hill Mayor Michael Noll. any individuals throughout our region vividly remember the hearth and the damage brought about miles round from ash and petroleum falling from the sky,stated Noll.
Town of Signal Hill has commissioned a video documentary of this event that features never earlier than seen film footage and photographs, in addition to interviews with the firefighters.
A non-public ceremony honoring the firefighters involved in extinguishing the fireplace might be held from 1:00 p.m. to three:30 p.m. The event shall be open to the general public from three:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. to view the video and displays. Copies of the DVD can be available starting Could 24 for $20.00. Proceeds from the sale of will benefit the Friends of the Signal Hill Library.
For further data, contact Becky Burleson, assistant to town supervisor, at (562) 989-7305.