What Happened on March 24, 1998

Historical Events

  • A tornado sweeps through Dantan in India killing 250 people and injuring 3000 others.
  • Jonesboro massacre: Two students, ages 11 and 13, fire upon teachers and students at Westside Middle School in Jonesboro, Arkansas; five people are dead and ten are wounded.

Famous Birthdays

  • Damar Hamlin, American NFL player (Buffalo Bulls), born in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania
  • Ethel Cain [Hayden Silas Anhedönia], American singer-songwriter ("Preacher's Daughter"), born in Tallahassee, Florida

About March 24, 1998

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 26 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Gettin' Jiggy Wit It - Will Smith
  • UK #1 Song: It's Like That - Run DMC Versus Jason Nevins