What happened on Tuesday August 05, 1980?

Here's what happened on August 05, 1980:

• Hurricane Allen devastates Haiti Hurricane Allen, a Category 5 storm, struck Haiti on August 5, 1980, causing extensive damage. The hurricane's high winds and heavy rainfall led to widespread flooding, resulting in at least 220 fatalities and leaving over 835,000 people homeless. The storm also destroyed approximately 60% of the nation's coffee crop, leading to significant economic losses. source: weather.gov
• Viña del Mar Psychopaths' first murder in Chile On August 5, 1980, Chilean serial killers Jorge José Sagredo Pizarro and Carlos Alberto Topp Collins committed their first murder in Viña del Mar, Chile. They went on to kill ten people and rape four others between 1980 and 1981. Both were executed by firing squad on January 29, 1985, becoming the last individuals executed in Chile before the practice was abolished in 2001. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Death of U.S. Congressman Harold L. Runnels Harold L. Runnels, a Democratic U.S. Representative from New Mexico, died on August 5, 1980, in New York City due to respiratory failure while being treated for pleurisy and cancer. He served five terms in Congress from 1971 until his death. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Dick Williams achieves 1,000th career managerial win with Expos On August 5, 1980, Dick Williams, manager of the Montreal Expos, secured his 1,000th career victory with an 11-5 win over the New York Mets at Olympic Stadium. This milestone made him the third manager in Major League Baseball history to reach 1,000 wins, trailing only Gene Mauch and Earl Weaver. The Expos' victory was notable for overcoming Doug Flynn's performance, who tied the modern major-league record with three triples in the game. source: thisdayinbaseball.com
• Wayne Bridge's birth date Wayne Michael Bridge, an English former professional footballer, was born on August 5, 1980, in Southampton, England. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Doug Flynn ties MLB record with three triples in a game On August 5, 1980, New York Mets second baseman Doug Flynn tied a major league record by hitting three triples in a single game against the Montreal Expos. Flynn also scored all three times, contributing significantly to the Mets' offense despite their 11-5 loss at Olympic Stadium. source: amazinavenue.com
• Claire Kuo's birth date and place Claire Kuo, born Kuo Po-yu on August 5, 1980, in British Hong Kong, is a Taiwanese singer and television host. She graduated from Shih Hsin University and was a competitive cheerleader. Her debut album, 'I Don't Want to Forget You,' released in 2007, earned her numerous awards, including Best Newcomer. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1980

August 05, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 05, 1980 was a Tuesday and it was the 218th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 05, 1980 can also be written as 8/5/1980 in the US and as 5/8/1980 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on August 05, 1980:

• Jesse Williams

  American actor, director, and activist known for his role in Grey's Anatomy and social justice advocacy.

• Wayne Bridge

  Professional English footballer who played for Chelsea, Manchester City, and the England national team.

• Kaylani Lei

  American pornographic actress of Singaporean descent, known in the adult entertainment industry.

Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on August 5th

Famous people died on August 05, 1980:

• Harold L. Runnels

  American soldier and politician (b. 1924).

• Carlo Tamberlani
• Andrea Ghetti

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on August 5th

August 05, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1980 was Magic by Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. Olivia Newton-John - Magic
2. Billy Joel - It's Still Rock And Roll To Me
3. Elton John - Little Jeannie
4. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right) Part 1
5. Christopher Cross - Sailing

August 05, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1980 was The Winner Takes It All by Abba, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. Abba - The Winner Takes It All
2. Diana Ross - Upside Down
3. David Bowie - Ashes To Ashes
4. Sheena Easton - 9 To 5
5. Odyssey - Use It Up And Wear It Out

August 05, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 1980 was One In A Million You by Larry Graham, according to the music chart for the week August 4th and August 10th.

1. Larry Graham - One In A Million You
2. Diana Ross - Upside Down
3. The Fatback Band - Backstrokin'
4. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right)
5. George Benson - Give Me The Night

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th is Leo.

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August 05, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 05, 1980 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 1980 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 05, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 01:19 am and setting at 04:52 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 27, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Aug 26, 1980.

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Someone born on August 05, 1980 is:

45 years 9 months old,

or 549 months and 20 days old,

or 2389 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16729 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 05, 1980?

There are 72 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 5th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 05, 1980.

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