The Pacific Ocean, backed by the King Tide, put on a show for those in Lincoln City Monday, throwing its raw energy at seawalls up and down the coastal town.
One woman who is a Lincoln City resident, felt how cold the sea can be around 10:40 a.m. as she took the brunt of a wave that made it up and over a Nelscott Beach seawall.
"Not quite what I expected," she said as her family tended to her. The woman was undeterred from the ordeal and continued to watch the ocean deliver hits, which was described by watchers as soapy, milky and frothy.
Some onlookers had strategies, such as standing on the concrete tables to avoid getting wet, but even that seemed like a bad idea as the crashing waves got closer to them.
The beach was completely overtaken by the waves, at times, as the King Tide, brought on by an alignment of the Earth, moon and sun, was at its greatest tidal effect.
While it is considered fun by those who enjoy the thrilling nature display, it is dangerous and people should be aware of sneaker waves and rolling logs. The general rule is to not go near the beach on days like this.
According to those watching the King Tide Monday, the waves were not nearly as large as January of this year, when concrete benches were moved and ocean made it onto Anchor Avenue.
Still, many felt glad they came out to see the power of mother nature and could be seen taking photos, videos and making sure their children stayed well back from the edge.
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