1982 Press Photo Jim McClelland of Red Cross checks family at Graymont Armory

Driving through Birmingham during one of the worst freezes ever was dangerous. Among the many who didn't make it on iced-over expressways was this family from Texas whose car broke down. Jim McClelland of the Red Cross checks on a family after they have bedded down for the night at Graymont Armory. Red Cross rescue units were busy helping take care of many people stranded without transportation and many who were driven from their homes when pipes burst, heating systems broke down and power went out. Family from Texas - car broke down. Slugged Graymont. Weather 1982

Photo measures 9.75 x 7.25 inches. Photo is dated 01-14-1982.

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