The Cuyahoga River's Last Fires
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The History of Cuyahoga River Fires and Cleveland's Response
This chapter explores the 1969 fire sparked by a passing train, as well as previous fires in 1952 and 1912. It discusses the public's response, the city's efforts to clean up the river, and mentions other rivers around the world that have experienced fires.
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