1914 Natural Disasters Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 13 Jun Deadly Thunderstorm in Paris: A catastrophic thunderstorm struck Paris, resulting in the tragic deaths of fourteen people, mostly public workers. The storm overwhelmed the city's storm sewer system, causing severe street flooding and significant urban disruption.
- 30 Jul Massive Flooding in China: The American Consul in Canton reported extensive flooding along the West River in the Kwangtung and Kwangsi provinces of China, causing significant regional disruption and potential humanitarian challenges.
- 01 Dec Deadly Hokkaido Coal Mine Disaster: On December 1, 1914, a catastrophic explosion occurred at the Ōmuta coal mine in Hokkaido, Japan, resulting in the deaths of 687 miners. source: en.wikipedia.org
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