Ep 9. Earthquake!

In The Big Valley Season 1 Episode 9, "Earthquake!", the Barkley family is faced with a devastating earthquake that shakes the San Joaquin Valley and threatens the safety of their community. The family scrambles to rescue those who are trapped and find others who are missing, all while trying to stay alive themselves.

Victoria Barkley, the matriarch of the family, takes charge of the relief efforts and offers her home as a refuge for those who have lost everything. But tensions run high as not everyone agrees on the best way to help those in need. Jarrod Barkley, the family's lawyer, is skeptical of a relief fund that has been set up by a local businessman and begins to investigate the man's motives.

Meanwhile, Heath, the family's newly discovered half-brother, tries to mend fences with Nick, the family's hot-headed youngest son. Their relationship has been strained since Heath's arrival, and the pressure of the earthquake only exacerbates their issues.

As the aftershocks continue to rock the valley, the Barkley family must work together to rebuild their community and help those in need. But not everyone has the best intentions, and the family must stay vigilant to protect themselves and their neighbors from those who would take advantage of the disaster.

Through it all, the Barkleys show their strength, resilience, and compassion for those around them. "Earthquake!" is a gripping episode that showcases both the power of nature and the power of family in the face of adversity.