Flut 1976

Commemorating the Great Flood of 1976

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The 'Flood 1976' marker in Hamburg commemorates the second January storm surge, which struck the German and Danish North Sea coastlines and the Elbe region on the night of January 20-21, 1976. This natural disaster is one of the highest storm surges of the 20th century, marking a significant historical event for the region.

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Just 17 days earlier, the first January flood of 1976 occurred.

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In front of you is the 'Flood 1976' marker, a silent witness to one of the most powerful storm surges of the 20th century. On the night of January 20-21, 1976, the storm surge swept over the German and Danish North Sea coasts and the Elbe region. This natural disaster was among the highest storm surges of that era. If you look north, you'll see the 'Flood 1962' marker, commemorating another devastating flood. Just 17 days before the 1976 surge, the Capella Cyclone had already caused the first storm surge of the year. These markers remind us of nature's power and the historical significance of these events.