Imogen Hits Wales

On a Monday a few weeks ago, we were hit by winter storm Imogen, which proved to be quite large even for the North Atlantic. 70 mph winds and 15-20 foot waves smacked the coast, bringing lots of rain and tree damage as well. So of course we decided that we should go out to the coast to witness the storm's power. It was very impressive and one of the largest storms I have ever witnessed. The sun alternated between poking out and going completely cloudy, so we got to see a lot of different moods as we walked.

Started at Caswell Bay, where sun was entirely hidden and it was quite misty

But as we went to leave Caswell, the sun began to pop out for our walk along the coast. Tide was very low, but would rush in VERY quickly, faster than we could run. 

Walking along the coast. To give size perspective, headlands are a couple hundred feet tall. Estimating that waves were 15 to 20 feet. Typically waves do not break at all in this area.

Looking back at Caswell and out towards the Three Cliffs area

Sun began to pop out through the mist and pop some color that matched some of the local wildflowers on the tops of the cliffs

Standing out on a headland on top of the cliff, looking over the huge seas when the sun started to shine hard

Watching 20 foot waves break against the giant cliffs. Can see the fine mist all along the coast that was constantly regenerated with each wave.

Moody view from the edge of a low cliff. At about 20 feet up and facing straight into the wind, this location was the windiest.

In the same spot, we were being drenched by the spray from the waves on the rocks. Spray was travelling a good 100+ yards to reach us.

Looking out into the North Atlantic