Overview
Two days after the massive earthquake of April 18, 1906, ruptured gas lines caused much of San Francisco to burn. In many instances, firefighters were unable to extinguish the flames because the fire hydrants had no water. However, firefighters vowed to make a stand at the intersection of Church and 20th streets. Miraculously, water flowed from a fire hydrant near the intersection, and every April 18, it receives a new coat of gold paint.
Quick Facts
- Status
- Existing
- Locality or neighborhood
- San Francisco
- State or province
- California
- Postal code
- 94114
