The one-hour documentary takes a look back at the damage that the devastating earthquake caused — and the stories of bravery and survival that shone through despite the destruction. “Hearing the stories of survival from the people whose lives were shaken by the Loma Prieta earthquake was moving and powerful,” said Stacy Owen, KNTV general manager.
On Oct. 17, 1989, at 5:04 p.m., a 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the San Francisco area causing widespread damage and loss of life. It brought down a section of the Bay Bridge, crippled downtown Santa Cruz and crushed the Cypress freeway in Oakland.
KNTV, the NBC O&O in the Bay Area, marks the 30th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake with a new documentary Bay Area Revelations: Loma Prieta Earthquake, 30 Years Later airing on Sunday, Oct. 13, at 10 p.m.
The one-hour documentary takes a look back at the damage that the devastating earthquake caused — and the stories of bravery and survival that shone through despite the destruction.
Loma Prieta Earthquake, 30 Years Later reflects on the stories from the survivors, first responders and unsung heroes from that day, and highlights how the Bay Area is working to prepare for future natural disasters.
The film is told primarily through the lens of survivors who share memories of the earthquake from Candlestick Park, San Francisco’s Marina District, the Cypress Freeway in Oakland and downtown Santa Cruz.
“Hearing the stories of survival from the people whose lives were shaken by the Loma Prieta earthquake was moving and powerful,” said Stacy Owen, KNTV general manager. “We can’t predict when the next major earthquake will strike, but we hope bringing to light those stories from 30 years ago shows how people can band together in the worst of times, and also encourages viewers to take necessary steps to make sure their families will be safe.”
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