Have you heard of Lake Peigneur?
28 Jul 2007 Leave a Comment
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Until November 21, 1980, it was just a typical run of the mill freshwater lake enjoyed by the local fisherman. However, an unusual man made disaster changed it in a way that no one foresaw. It’s one of the most bizarre stories around, and I was really amazed at how someone’s mistake greatly impacted the environment and commerce of an entire community. If you’re not familiar with the saga, or if you want a refresher, check out this video:
There’s also an informative article at Wiki, if you’d like to read more about it as well.
