The most useful parameter, for this discussion, is the 'Significant Height' of the waves. If these values are confirmed by the wave buoy tomorrow then we are looking at an event just shy of that 50 year return period range - that is to say 'infrequent' but not necessarily 'unusual'. Members of the public can stay safe by wrapping up warm and making sure their houses are well-heated and in the longer term properly insulated. We use cookies to deliver a reliable and personalised Magicseaweed experience. Comments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed here. Our Terms of Service will be updated on 22 July
The waves struck the Cornish coast earlier today in a phenomenon known as the 'Cribbar', which is named after a reef located at the north end.
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