We can't find the internet
Attempting to reconnect
Something went wrong!
Hang in there while we get back on track
Access AI content by logging in
On May 31, 1889, the South Fork dam gave way, sending 20 million tons of water rushing toward Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The water swept up everything in its path, and it only took about 10 minutes to wash away Johnstown. But was nature solely to blame?