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Rain causes house to collapse, Cwmbula, Wales
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Rain causes house to collapse, Cwmbula, Wales
Rain caused the side of a house to collapse at Cwmbula near Swansea, Wales. People in bed found themselves hanging out over a 25 foot drop and had to be helped down with ladders, the stairway being blocked. Fortunately no lives were lost.
circa 1911
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In this evocative photograph taken circa 1911, the destructive power of rain is on full display as a house in the small Welsh village of Cwmbula near Swansea teeters on the brink of collapse. The relentless downpour had caused the side of the house to give way, leaving the inhabitants in a precarious position. The image captures the dramatic aftermath of the disaster, with the remnants of the once-sturdy structure lying in disarray. Bricks and debris litter the ground, and the stairway, now blocked by the fallen masonry, is a dangerous obstacle. Despite the chaos, the community rallied to help those affected. People are seen using ladders to carefully extract those who had been in bed when the rain struck, saving them from a potentially fatal fall of over 25 feet. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of housing safety, particularly in the face of extreme weather conditions. The image is a poignant snapshot of a time when the elements could have a more direct impact on people's lives, and the resilience and solidarity of communities in the face of adversity. This photograph, from the Pete Frost Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the raw power of nature and the human spirit that came together to help those in need.
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