Rewind some 50 years, and Mansfield was also on the weather map, with a severe storm in January 1976, which caused destruction in its path, to the floods in the summer of 1973, which submerged much of the town centre.
Here we take a look back at those dreary days, which some how, still managed to keep a smile on people’s faces.
9. Gone!
The strong winds tore the roof off this building back in 1976. Photo: National World
10. Counting the Cost
The storm caused thousands of pounds worth of damage when it hit in 1976. Photo: National World
11. Wading Through
Walkers had to wade through deep water on Bridge Street to get anywhere in 1973. Photo: National World
12. Wringing Wet Through
The ladies manage a smile whilst wringing out their cloths after the floods of '73. Photo: National World
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