Boston authorities learned of the disaster by telegraph, and quickly organized and dispatched a relief train around 10 pm to assist survivors. A blizzard delayed the train, which finally arrived in the early morning of December 8 and immediately began distributing food, water, and medical supplies.
The news of the disaster reached Boston authorities through telegraph, prompting immediate action. By 10 pm, a relief train was organized and dispatched to reach those in need. Although a severe blizzard caused delays, the train finally arrived on December 8 morning, where it began distributing food, water, and medical supplies.