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A weeklong heat wave kills 739 people in Chicago.

A weeklong heat wave kills 739 people in Chicago.

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S2, EP11 "Deadly Heat"

A weeklong heat wave kills 739 people in Chicago.

Storm Tracker Jim Cantore reveals the stories behind how weather has affected some amazing historical events. Events like the space shuttle Challenger disaster, dust storms that interfered with military operations and the origin of Coast Guard Rescue are examined.
Original Air Date: Jan 6, 2008
Genres: NatureDocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TVG
Playback: HD
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