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The 1987 Great Storm occurred on the night of 15?16th October 1987
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The 1987 Great Storm occurred on the night of 15?16th October 1987
The 1987 Great Storm occurred on the night of 15?16th October 1987. An unusually strong weather system caused winds to hit much of southern England and northern France. It was the worst storm to hit England since the Great Storm of 1703. Damage was estimated at UK 7.3 billion (Pounds); France 23 billion (Francs).
Pictured: Sealink Ferry Hengist, beached at the Warren Folkestone, with its hull hurled against a concrete apron
Shuff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
87 5365
Media ID 21641929
© Mirrorpix
Damage Gale Grounded Hurricane Force Winds Storm Wind Windy
EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in this haunting photograph is the devastating aftermath of the infamous 1987 Great Storm. On that fateful night of October 15th, an unprecedented weather system unleashed its fury upon southern England and northern France, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The winds, reaching hurricane force, battered everything in their path with relentless power. In this particular frame, we witness the Sealink Ferry Hengist helplessly grounded at Warren Folkestone. Its once majestic hull now lies against a cold concrete apron, a stark reminder of nature's unyielding force. The sheer magnitude of the storm can be felt through this image as it captures both the physical damage caused by gale-force winds and the emotional toll inflicted on those who witnessed such devastation. The 1987 Great Storm stands as a grim testament to Mother Nature's unpredictable temperament and her ability to humble even modern society. With estimated damages totaling billions in both pounds for England and francs for France, it forever remains one of history's most destructive storms. This print from Memory Lane Prints serves as a poignant reminder not only of our vulnerability but also our resilience in the face of natural disasters. It urges us to reflect on our relationship with nature and reminds us that despite all our advancements, we are still subject to her whims.
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