where the sea collides with the elements is the wildest, most unpredictable arena in the natural world

Storms are terrifying, awe-inspiring and provide an unparalled thrill to those who encounter them - and survive. Dispite centuries of technological advances in boat and ship design, sailors still talk about the stormes they have experienced in hushed, reverential tones. On land a storm's severity is measured only by the strength of the wind. At sea the situation is doubly worse, as storm-force winds have a devestating effect on waves, creating deadly conditions for boats and ships caught out in terrible weather.