= North Sea flood of 1978
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The North Sea flood of 1978 occurred from January 9 to January 10 and primarily affected parts of the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and parts of Germany and Belgium. It was caused by a combination of high spring tides and a severe storm that generated intense winds, leading to a significant rise in sea levels. In the Netherlands, the storm led to breaches in sea defenses, particularly in the Zeeland province, resulting in widespread flooding.
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