Thursday December 5th 2013 by neiwil
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Some of you may have heard, we had a bit of 'weather' the other week. A 9.9m tide combined with storm force winds whipped up the sea a bit more than usual, the last time it got this bad was 1990. Above is the corner of the Marine Point developement, it's only been open 18 months. Most got away with water damaged carpets and stock, worst hit was the Travel Lodge on the other end. A structural survey has revealed the seaward face wall has been pushed in 4".....closed until further notice. It is worth noting, this developement is built on the site of the former New Brighton open air swimming baths. A very imposing structure with 5 foot thick reinforced concrete walls.....that was reduced to rubble in the 1990 storm. New breakwaters and a wider promenade seem to have done the job of reducing the damage this time around, but local news is reporting "it's not over yet ".........should be interesting!
On a personal note....this will probably be my last post for a while. On going family issues have finally forced a permanent move to look after my Father in Law. It will be into the New Year before we can get internet hooked up and to be perfectly honest it's not top of the priority list right now. I'd like to wish EVERYONE at Rendo a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.....Huge thanks for the support and comments and the pleasure of your company....so until we meet again, this is neiwil going QRT........
Comments (24)
Maxidyne
Heck mate, even we on the Cornish coast didn't have it that bad! Let me lead in wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and thank you for all the hard work you've put in over this year. It's appreciated. Catch you in the New Year mate :)
JasonGalterio
Wow. Really nice timing on that.
steelrazer
All the best to you, Neil, and to your family. Peace, good health, and all the good stuff. You'll be missed.
fly028
All the best to you and your family! Superb shot!!
ladylake
Wonderful photo.
bebopdlx
A most excellent capture, Also, Merry Christmas - Happy New Year to you and good luck.
waldomac
This is an incredible capture. Wow. What a great documentary photo, too. We really ought to have a category for documentary shots, both people and events like this one. Really cool photo.
tigertim
Whoa, that's scarey!! Excellent photo!....though that type of stuff was the domain of people on the pacific rim!! Best wishes for Christmas and 2014...
GrandmaT
I called my husband over to see this one. He says he would like to have been there with you to see that. He loves the ocean and storms, so go figure. Excellent bit of photography. Sorry to hear about the reason for your absence. Hope the move goes smoothly and things work out for everyone. Take care of your family and we will be here if you need a place to get away or vent.
T.Rex
What a choice of "good bye" image! Going with a huge splash! I'll sure miss you, mate! I sincerely hope you get things sorted out and that you have time for more photos and more from the Plant! As for me, I'm overworked, cracked at work Friday, stormed out at 15:15 and went to the health care center. ECG was OK, but blood pressure (despite medication) nastily high. I'm now on sick leave over the entire Christmas - New Year - 12th Night holiday periods. The rest of school staff is doing the same, preventing the principal from coercing anyone to work. She will now be forced to take a break (she needs it, considering how she's been behaving this last year) like everyone else. Have a Merry Christmas, Neil, and a Happy New Year and looking foreward to seeing/hearing from you again! :-)
Rob2753
That is one fantastic shot !!
UVDan
Good luck on your move and good luck with your father in law! A nice shot of nature's power! Merry Christmas to you and yours.
auntietk
Holy cow! That's some serious water. Wowser! Sorry to hear you'll be working more than playing for a while, my friend. Take good care ...
bmac62
Have seen waves like that move frame buildings across a road in Maine. Great shot. A big Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your lovely wife Neil. See you when you get back. We'll put a light in the window for you:)
blinkings
Look after yourself mate. Andrew
GARAGELAND
What a wonderful "once in a life time" shot !!!!!
whaleman
Fantastic splash shot, couldn't be better! Hope your family issues go well.
pixelmeister
Wow!
durleybeachbum
Astonishing photo!
android65mar
Best of luck man, hope it works out for you. Have a merry Christmas and happy new year!
Osper
That is one very cool picture! Hope everything works out well.
flavia49
stunning!! Happy Holidays to you and your family too!
debbielove
Playing catch up mate.. And....BLOODY HELL... What a wave! Did you sell this shot? lol Outstandingly brave! And damp! Happy New Year to you mail me when you are on line dude.. Rob
kjer_99
Impressive photo! Seems you are going off just as I'm coming back. Sorry to have been quiet for so long. Will have fun catching up on all your stuff, though. Does this mean you'll be living in Wales now?