Earthquake FG 5543 Collapsed freeway at Oakland California USA, Earthquake 17th October 1989. © Francois Gohier / ARDEA LONDON
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Earthquake FG 5543 Collapsed freeway at Oakland California USA, Earthquake 17th October 1989. © Francois Gohier / ARDEA LONDON
FG-5543
Earthquake
Collapsed freeway at Oakland California USA, Earthquake 17th October 1989.
Francois Gohier
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Bridge Bridges Cities City Damage Destructive Earthquake Environmental Damage Motorway Motorways Road Roads
Shaking Things Up - When Mother Nature Decided to Play Jenga with Oakland's Freeways!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, Francois Gohier captures the aftermath of a powerful earthquake that struck Oakland, California on October 17th, 1989. The collapsed freeway stands as a testament to the sheer force and destructive nature of this natural phenomenon. As if playing a giant game of Jenga, Mother Earth decided to rearrange the city's infrastructure in her own unique way. This breathtaking image showcases the incredible power behind an earthquake and its ability to reshape even the sturdiest structures. The crumpled remains of what was once a bustling motorway now resemble an abstract work of art. It serves as a reminder that no matter how advanced our engineering may be, we are still at the mercy of our planet's unpredictable forces. While it may seem like chaos and devastation at first glance, there is something strangely beautiful about this scene. It reminds us that nature always has the upper hand and can effortlessly disrupt our carefully constructed human world. Francois Gohier's photograph freezes this moment in time forever – a hauntingly mesmerizing snapshot capturing both destruction and resilience. It serves as a stark reminder that despite all our technological advancements, we are mere guests on this ever-changing planet Earth.
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