Video - Boston's Sweetest Tragedy: The Molasses Flood of 1919

Did you know that one of the spiciest historical events involves the infamous Boston Molasses Disaster of 1919? Picture this: a 2.3 million gallon tank of molasses bursts open in Boston’s North End, sending a 25-foot wave of sticky sweetness through the streets at 35 mph! This molasses tsunami tragically killed 21 people and injured 150 more. Locals claimed they could still smell molasses on hot days for decades afterwards. Imagine trying to clean that up! And here's a sticky thought: how come none of us knew that molasses could be so deadly? Ever had a kitchen disaster that could rival this? Share your story in the comments!