The Great Flood of 1953

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2026-06-17 13:53:02

One of the most devastating events in Dutch history occurred on February 1, 1953, when a powerful storm combined with a high tide caused massive flooding across the southwestern Netherlands. During the night, dikes failed in multiple locations, allowing seawater to rush into towns and farmland. Thousands of homes were destroyed, and more than 1,800 people lost their lives. The...

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