Miniature Cyclone Strikes South Washington

Title

Miniature Cyclone Strikes South Washington

Description

In September 1888 a tornado, called a cyclone by the press, touched down on Maryland Avenue SW. It damaged the roofs of the National Museum and the Fish Commission buildings. Just north of the Fish Commission buildings, a group of houses and businesses were damaged. The Botanic Garden, then located in line with the Capitol, also sustained damage to its greenhouses and some of the plants. A group of sea turtles at the Fish Commission attempted to escape onto the Mall when their gate broke down, but the watchman in charge managed to return them to their pen.

Date

09/17/1888

Source

The Washington Post.

Coverage

1860-1889

Theme

environment

ghost mall

neighborhood

work & play