VOLUME VI, NUMBER 49
ADAK SUN
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4 DECEMBER 1951
Hurricane velocity winds at over 100 miles per hour descended on Adak, Wednes
day 29 November to cause an undetermined (but considerable) amount of damage o
the stations facilities, quarters, autos and spirits of some of its inhabitants.
For the "Cheechako" (new comers ) to Adak the return of the WiUiwaw s gave a
lasting impression and confirmation of what they had read about, neard about and
were now experiencing and could expect during their tour.
These winds will occur infrequently during the months ahead and no one no
essential to the operation of the station should try to boat -them. Flying
debris of corrugated panels from quonsets raised much havoc with windows, auto
mobiles and personnel. If you don’t have to be outside the best thing you can
do is to take immediate shelter and stay there.
Storm damage included the complete loss of several quonset buildings, damage
to private autos and a large navy truck was slightly damaged when it turned over
on a Cadillac and the shattering of some windows. Injuries were minor but very
easily could have been serious which gives all the more reason for personnel to
stay out of the storm if not on an emergency crew or doing work that is essential
and must be accomplished.. , ,, _ , .
The after results of the storm meant "cleanup time" and all Departments were
busy cleaning the affected areas as this is being written. _____