A lot of eighteen snapshots in and around El Monte, 1924-1926
Entry/Object ID
2013.164.1.11
Description
From a lot of eighteen snapshots in and around El Monte, 1924-1926. This image depicts an oil field fire at Santa Fe Springs, November 1924. The fire destroyed fifteen derricks and thirty tanks. A view of a well that was also burned in the fire. Smoke has risen and is starting to be blown towards where the photographer would be standing. Partial view of a power line post to the right edge. The general condition is good.
