On May 30, 1914, when Lassen Peak awoken from its slumber with its first eruption, it was an attention grabber to say the least. With each new eruption, caused even more excitement. In the fall of 1914, some practical jokers climbed Beckwourth Peak near Portola. According to one report a big “red”fire” could be seen by many. The stunt , of course, was to resemble a volcanic eruption. Some observers swore they actually heard rumbling noises in the mountain.

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