Storm generate huge waves that smash into Porthleven, causing much damage to the harbour, structures and sinking boats

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Gigantic storm waves smash into Porthleven on the Cornish coast at high tide. The inner harbour gate was destroyed leading to six boats being sunk and many more damaged. Structural damage also affected the harbour wall and other buildings

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Size: 4067px × 2775px
Location: Porthleven, Cornwall, UK
Photo credit: © Bob Sharples / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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