January 17, 1994

On January 17th, 1994, an earthquake measuring 6.8 hit the Los Angeles area causing 60 deaths and 9000 injuries. It caused considerable damage to the American Headquarters, and it took months for a team of professional contractors and Aetherius Society volunteers from around the world, and over 100,000 dollars of precious donations, to repair the damage.

It had a profound effect on the health of Dr. King, as he had considerable worry about his team of staff, the members and the property. Even 90 miles north in Santa Barbara, where he was at the time, the strong earthquake was felt, knocking out the power and phone lines for many hours.

Dr. King wanted to be at the front lines with his people and quickly returned to Los Angeles. However, continued heavy aftershocks began to take a toll on his health, having an adverse effect on his heart. Dr. King returned, reluctantly, to Santa Barbara.

1) Side of Dr. King’s bungalow showing foundation and outside wall damage.

2) and 3) Damage to the foundation.

4) Damage to the bungalow which houses offices, storage and living quarters.