Hazard Score
282 Catastrophes Recorded
Jefferson County, Colorado
1 Cities with a Population of 590,476, and 218,160 Households
Denver, Colorado faces a relatively moderate overall natural disaster and climate risk with a risk score of 93.60. The area is prone to thunderstorms, with a high frequency of lightning events (777 occurrences) and a significant risk value of 1,105,773.32. Additionally, the region experiences hail events (288 occurrences) with a risk value of 38,393,846.42, indicating a very high risk level. Denver also faces a moderate risk of flooding (21 occurrences) with a risk value of 256,251.55.
Specific climate factors that contribute to the hazard risk in Denver include its high altitude, which can result in extreme weather patterns and rapid temperature changes. The region is also susceptible to severe thunderstorms, hail, and flooding due to its proximity to the Rocky Mountains and large bodies of water like the South Platte River. Historical events, such as the severe hailstorm in 2017 that caused extensive damage to property, highlight the significant impact of these natural disasters in the area.
Geological features like fault lines and mountain peaks in the Denver region can further exacerbate hazard risks. The presence of fault lines increases the likelihood of earthquakes, while the mountainous terrain can lead to flash floods and landslides during heavy rainfall. It is essential for residents and authorities to be prepared for these natural disasters and take proactive measures to mitigate their impact on the community.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very High
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
59
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
12
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
82
Hazard Shelters
35
Fire Stations
19
Hospitals
14
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Adams County, Colorado, has a population of 513,677 with a population density of 434 per square mile. The population has seen an increase from 441,603 in 2010, with a growth rate of approximately 16.4%. The county has a diverse population with 63.1% White, 2.6% Black, 1.2% American Indian or Alaska Native, 3.1% Asian, and 32.7% Hispanic. The median age in Adams County is 32.4, with a slightly higher percentage of males (43.2%) compared to females (42.7%). The county has a relatively high average household size of 2.85, with 42.3% of households being family households.
In terms of housing, Adams County has a total of 163,136 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 61.9% and a rental occupancy rate of 32.3%. The county has a vacancy rate of 5.7%. In terms of agriculture, Adams County has 905 farms with an average size of 779 acres. The average sales of agricultural products in 2017 was $139,779. Comparing to other counties in Colorado, Adams County has a higher population density, a larger percentage of Hispanic residents, and a higher average household size. The county also has a higher homeownership rate compared to the state average of 65.1%.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-07-09
Tornado
2019-09-08
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2019-08-21
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2019-08-21
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2019-07-05
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2019-07-05
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2019-07-05
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2019-07-04
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2019-07-04
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2019-07-04
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2019-07-04
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2019-07-04
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2019-07-04
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2019-07-01
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2019-05-28
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2019-05-28
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2019-05-28
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2019-05-26
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2019-05-26
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2018-08-06
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2018-06-19
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2018-06-19
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2018-06-19
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2018-05-14
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2017-07-08
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2016-06-28
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2016-06-28
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2016-06-28
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2016-05-24
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2016-05-24
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2016-05-24
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2016-05-24
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2016-05-24
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2015-09-29
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2015-06-24
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2015-06-24
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2015-06-04
Tornado
2014-07-28
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2014-06-24
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2014-06-14
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2014-06-14
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2014-06-14
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2014-05-22
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2014-05-22
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2014-05-20
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2014-05-20
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2014-05-20
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2014-05-20
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2014-05-07
Flooding
Monsoon Rain
2013-09-12Tornado
2013-06-18
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2012-06-07
Tornado
2012-06-06
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2012-05-05
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2011-07-13
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2011-07-13
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2011-07-13
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2011-06-19
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2010-07-04
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2010-05-26
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2009-06-23
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2009-06-23
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2009-06-13
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2009-06-07
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2009-06-05
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2008-06-02
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2007-05-29
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2007-05-29
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2007-05-29
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2007-05-14
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2006-04-23
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2005-06-03
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2005-05-24
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2005-04-20
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2001-06-23
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2001-06-20
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2001-05-28
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1999-09-03
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1999-06-23
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1999-06-10
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1999-06-10
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1999-05-22
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Heavy Rain
1999-04-29Hailstorm
1998-10-16
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1998-05-22
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1997-08-11
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Heavy Rain
1997-07-25Hailstorm
1997-07-19
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1997-06-25
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1997-06-12
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1997-06-06
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1996-08-09
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1996-07-12
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1996-07-12
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1996-07-09
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1996-05-29
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1995-06-22
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1994-10-01
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1994-06-18
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1994-06-01
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1993-09-18
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1993-07-09
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1993-06-02
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1991-07-12
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1991-06-21
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1991-06-09
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1991-06-01
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1991-05-31
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1991-05-28
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1991-05-23
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1991-05-23
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1990-08-19
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1990-08-19
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1990-08-11
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1990-07-11
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1990-05-30
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1990-05-29
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1989-06-03
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1989-06-02
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1989-05-30
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1989-05-10
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1988-06-15
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1988-06-15
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1988-06-15
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1987-07-02
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1987-07-02
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1987-06-23
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1987-06-12
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1987-05-23
Tornado
1987-05-12
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1986-08-02
Tornado
1986-06-08
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1985-06-03
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1984-06-13
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1984-06-13
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1984-06-13
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1984-06-13
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1984-06-12
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1983-08-05
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1983-07-30
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1983-07-30
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1983-07-22
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1983-07-22
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1983-07-22
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1983-07-22
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1983-07-16
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1983-07-16
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1983-06-12
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1983-06-12
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1983-06-04
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1982-08-06
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1982-07-01
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1982-07-01
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1982-06-30
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1982-06-30
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1982-06-24
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1982-06-03
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1982-06-02
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1982-05-28
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1981-06-13
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1981-06-13
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1981-06-06
Tornado
1981-06-03
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1981-06-03
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1981-06-02
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1981-04-20
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1979-08-19
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1979-08-16
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1979-08-15
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1978-06-07
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1977-05-30
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1976-09-14
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1976-05-30
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1975-07-20
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1975-07-05
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1975-06-23
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1973-07-24
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1972-04-30
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1971-06-04
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1971-05-04
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1970-05-30
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1969-05-19
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1968-06-07
Tornado
1967-06-09
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1967-06-06
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1967-05-30
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1967-05-29
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1966-09-01
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1966-04-11
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1965-06-30
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1964-07-29
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1962-05-27
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1962-05-25
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1961-06-03
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1960-05-18
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1960-05-17
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1958-07-18
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1958-07-18
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1957-05-11
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1956-07-27
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1956-06-17
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1955-09-20
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1955-09-19