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Weather Wizards (1939)

★ 7.0/10 10 min Documentary, Drama United States English
Streaming: Not available

Description

Modern meteorology and a hard-working government weather team put their science and organization to work as a cold front moves from Alaska toward the citrus groves of Southern California. First, the scientists predict the storm's course, giving several days' warning to farmers and growers. The growers, typified by the Morgan family, prepare the oil-burning pots throughout their grove. Then, as the temperature dips below freezing, they light the pots. The cold snap continues as oil-supplies dwindle; the smoky air slows traffic, including trucks bringing more oil. The scientists strive to predict how long freezing temperatures will last: can the Morgans hold out?

Top Cast

Pete Smith
Pete Smith Narrator (voice)
John Dilson
John Dilson California Meteorologist
Bert Moorhouse Weather Balloon Launcher
Alonzo Price Mr. Morgan
Ruth Robinson Mrs. Morgan
Will Stanton
Will Stanton Uncle Jim
Robert Winkler Morgan's Son

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