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Terrified woman clings to a pole near Bay and Bloor Sts
Terrified woman clings to a pole near Bay and Bloor Sts

Terrified woman clings to a pole near Bay and Bloor Sts

Date1/26/1978
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Original Toronto Star caption: Terrified woman clings to a pole near Bay and Bloor Sts. yesterday as hurricane-force winds magnified into wind-tunnel effect by high buildings swept many pedestrians off their feet. A passing motorist rescued her. Hundreds of Metro residents were treated for broken bones caused by the storm.
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      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0015563F
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