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Remembering South Cape May: The Jersey Shore Town that Vanished into the Sea (Lost)

by Joseph G. Burcher

4.9 out of 5

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In the early hours of March 8, 1962, a powerful nor'easter battered the New Jersey coastline. The storm surge was so strong that it breached the dunes and flooded the town of Brick Township. The floodwaters quickly rose, reaching a height of over 10 feet in some places. The town was completely inundated, and over 1,000 people were forced to evacuate their homes.

Brick Township was not the only town that was hit hard by the storm. The entire Jersey Shore was devastated. But Brick Township was unique in that it was the only town that was completely destroyed. The floodwaters swept away homes, businesses, and even the town's school. The only thing that remained was the town's water tower, which stood as a solitary sentinel amidst the wreckage.

In the days and weeks after the storm, residents of Brick Township began to return to their homes. They found that their town had been completely destroyed. The floodwaters had receded, but the damage they had caused was permanent. The town's infrastructure had been destroyed, and there was no way to rebuild it. The residents of Brick Township were forced to abandon their homes and their town.

Today, the ruins of Brick Township lie underwater. The town's streets and sidewalks are still visible, and the foundations of the homes and businesses can still be seen. The town's water tower is still standing, and it serves as a reminder of the town that once was.

The story of Brick Township is a tragic one. But it is also a story of resilience. The residents of Brick Township were able to rebuild their lives after the storm, and they continue to thrive today. The town may be gone, but the spirit of its people lives on.

The Storm

The storm that destroyed Brick Township was one of the most powerful nor'easters to ever hit the New Jersey coastline. The storm surge was so strong that it breached the dunes and flooded the town. The floodwaters quickly rose, reaching a height of over 10 feet in some places. The town was completely inundated, and over 1,000 people were forced to evacuate their homes.

The storm caused widespread damage along the entire Jersey Shore. But Brick Township was unique in that it was the only town that was completely destroyed. The floodwaters swept away homes, businesses, and even the town's school. The only thing that remained was the town's water tower, which stood as a solitary sentinel amidst the wreckage.

The Aftermath

The government provided some assistance to the residents of Brick Township. But it was not enough to rebuild the town. The residents were forced to start over from scratch. They had to find new homes and jobs. They had to rebuild their lives.

It took many years for the residents of Brick Township to recover from the storm. But they eventually did. They rebuilt their lives and their community. Today, Brick Township is a thriving town. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

The Legacy

The story of Brick Township is a reminder that even in the face of tragedy, there is always hope. It is a story that inspires us to never give up, no matter how difficult things may seem.

Remembering South Cape May: The Jersey Shore Town that Vanished into the Sea (Lost)

by Joseph G. Burcher

4.9 out of 5