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Storm Toll and Ship Losses Across Essex and Thames
Reports describe a deadly lightning strike near Congleton killing eleven during a sermon, severe storm damage at Greenwich with ships wrecked and drowned, South Ockendon’s church and lead damaged, and floods at Saffron Walden. Plymouth letters note 16 ships from Virginia arriving and plans to depart soon. A large petition with thousands of signatures was presented to Parliament.
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Chesterpeak
Congleen
Chi Fier
Greenwich
Thames
Essex
South Okeadon
South Okendon
Saffron Walden
Plymouth
Virginia