Jun 20, 2022
On July 21 1952, Tehachapi endured a 7.3 & 7.5 earthquake leveling much of the downtown area killing twelve people and many more were injured. Jon Hammond local reporter and writer has interviewed numerous people who lived through the 52 quake. He tells some of the stories including memories from family members. Jon has an incredible style and way he tells a story. If you have read his stories in the Tehachapi News, and The Loop Newspaper then you will want to hear him tell you the stories with his own voice. It is a fascinating conversation that will share information you have probably never heard before about Tehachapi. Send your thoughts, questions and suggestions to Media@TehachapiCityHall.com.