Ralston Purina Checkerboard Square Fire | Living St. Louis

One of St. Louis’ biggest fires broke out in 1962 in subzero temperatures. Former St. Louis Fire Chief Tom Long talks fighting the fire and the bitter cold at the Ralston Purina Checkerboard Square headquarters just south of downtown.

[@Paramedic772]

Great story! Thanks Chief!

[@floydyoung7329]

We are very fortunate to hear stories from men of his generation.

[@lablaine1981]

Hello from MN 🥶...buff 75 yrs,this is great footage,and backstory/ narration 👍👍

[@jeffbasalto5274]

Thank you Chief Long.wow That was something.

[@jamie49868]

Was he the Chief during the Locus (Heyday) fires? I think I saw him interviewed.