Dr. Gene Dorio
Dr. Gene Dorio
Source: The Signal
Date: 08/25/2026 10:29am
Article Summary:
**Dr. Gene Dorio Urges Greater Preparedness for a Potential Castaic Dam Failure Following a Major Earthquake**
In a letter to the editor, Saugus resident Dr. Gene Dorio urges officials to improve public preparedness for a potential earthquake-related failure of Castaic Dam, citing the 1928 St. Francis Dam disaster and the larger volume of water held by Castaic Reservoir. Dorio says a breach could threaten 150,000 to 200,000 people, including downstream communities and newly approved housing, and calls for greater public awareness of evacuation plans.
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Date: 08/25/2026 10:29am
Article Summary:
**Dr. Gene Dorio Urges Greater Preparedness for a Potential Castaic Dam Failure Following a Major Earthquake**
In a letter to the editor, Saugus resident Dr. Gene Dorio urges officials to improve public preparedness for a potential earthquake-related failure of Castaic Dam, citing the 1928 St. Francis Dam disaster and the larger volume of water held by Castaic Reservoir. Dorio says a breach could threaten 150,000 to 200,000 people, including downstream communities and newly approved housing, and calls for greater public awareness of evacuation plans.
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