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Book Synopsis: The Wellington snow slide of 1910 was—and still is—the deadliest avalanche in America’s history. Lauren Tarshis's story of one child surviving the frozen nightmare pounds with page-turning action and heartwarming hope.
The snow came down faster than train crews could clear the tracks, piling up in drifts 20 feet high. At the Wellington train depot in the Cascade Mountains, two trains sat stranded, blocked in by snow slides to the east and west. Some passengers braved the storm to hike off the mountain, but many had no choice but to wait out the storm.
But the storm didn’t stop. One day passed, then two, three . . . six days. The snow turned to rain. Then, just after midnight on March 1, a lightning storm struck the mountain, sending a ten-foot-high wave of snow barreling down the mountain. The trains tumbled 150 feet. 96 people were dead.
The Wellington avalanche forever changed railroad engineering. New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis tells the tale of one girl who survived, emerging from the snow forever changed herself.
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Immerse yourself in the gripping historical tale of survival and resilience with "I Survived the Wellington Avalanche, 1910". This thrilling adventure, penned by renowned author Lauren Tarshis, takes you on a heart-pounding journey through the deadliest avalanche in American history. Brace yourself for a story packed with page-turning action and heartwarming hope.
As the snow relentlessly descended, trains at the Wellington train depot in the Cascade Mountains became trapped, surrounded by towering walls of snow. While some courageous passengers attempted perilous hikes to safety, others were left with no choice but to endure the storm's fury. Days turned into nights, and the snow turned into rain, intensifying the danger.
And then, when it seemed that the nightmare couldn't get any worse, disaster struck. A lightning storm ignited a cataclysmic event, triggering a colossal wave of snow that came crashing down the mountain. The trains, unable to withstand the force of nature, were sent hurtling 150 feet, resulting in the tragic loss of 96 lives.
This gripping account of survival amidst the unforgiving elements not only captivates readers but also sheds light on the profound impact the Wellington avalanche had on railroad engineering. Lauren Tarshis skillfully weaves the story of one young girl who emerges from the snow forever changed by her harrowing experience.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of this extraordinary tale of human courage and resilience. Experience the true power of survival with "I Survived the Wellington Avalanche, 1910", and discover how the strength of the human spirit can endure even in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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