A northeast storm that caused widespread flooding and destruction on the East Coast brought its high waters to this part of Virginia on March 7, 1962—which was Ash Wednesday that year. Above, vehicles make their way down Main Street in Mathews, which was deeply flooded by the high tide. Below, amphibious Army vehicles help with evacuations in Perrin.
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