Videos capture huge waves engulfing St Ives Street as Storm Alex hits



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St Ives spa was hit the hardest by Storm Alex over the weekend. Huge waves could be seen crashing against the harbor and over some of the buildings on Wharf Road.

The storm watchers came out in full force to observe the dramatic weather event and try to capture it on camera.

A snapper, known as Jane on Twitter, caught some of the action on the boardwalk.

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Storm Alex hit Cornwall and the South West over the weekend.

The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning, which means “be vigilant,” as strong winds and rain were forecast.

Gusts of 65 mph were forecast in areas like Ilfracombe, Plymouth and Newquay.

Before the storm hits, Steve Ramsdale, chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: “It will be quite a miserable end to the work week for the south and south west of England as Storm Alex brings heavy rain and gale force winds from around 60-65 mph for some.

“As the strong winds and rain associated with Storm Alex recede from Britain later on Friday, another low pressure system is moving towards the UK from the east, bringing more very heavy rain and strong winds. for many over the weekend. “

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