The Harbor Wall and Lighthouse at Seaham Take a Battering

Some of the Highest Waves in Recent History reached a staggering 72 knots at Redcar Friday, blasting over the sea wall and across the Esplanade. Many visitors to the town were drenched in the unseasonal waves and a number of youngsters had to be warned of the dangers of the sea. “The sea was coming over the wall and right across the road. Cars were having to stop as the waves were coming across. It’s ONE OF THE HIGHEST WE'VE EVER SEEN