Beverly Hills Supper Club fire, Kentucky 1977: busboy Walter Bailey (ignoring orders of his supervisor) warned a largely overcrowded dinner hall about the fire. Most ignored his warning and continued eating. 4 min later: fire engulfed the hall killing 165 and continued burning for 2 days.

by | Feb 5, 2022 | Fun Facts, Knowledge Chops


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Fun Fact: Beverly Hills Supper Club fire, Kentucky 1977: busboy Walter Bailey (ignoring orders of his supervisor) warned a largely overcrowded dinner hall about the fire. Most ignored his warning and continued eating. 4 min later: fire engulfed the hall killing 165 and continued burning for 2 days.

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