Survivors recall the devastating flood on the Lincolnshire coast
Survivors and relatives of the 1953 flood that claimed the lives of 43 people and devastated Lincolnshire communities on the east coast have been telling their stories at a special exhibition marking 70 years since the event.
The flood, which was caused by a combination of high spring tides and severe winds, saw water surge as far as two miles inland, seriously affecting areas such as Mablethorpe, Sutton on Sea, and Skegness. “There was some real heroism, two George medals and lots of other citations, and it has an indelible effect on my memory and that of my family.”“Mum couldn’t swim, dad could, and he had quick thinking to use the kitchen table,” he said.However, it wasn’t all happy news as a First World War survivor in the bungalow behind his parents sadly died.A number of local dignitaries attended the opening of the exhibit.
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