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Why did the sea Smash into a Cumbrian Marina?

On October 7 2009 divers went down to recover the half a tonne local gate hinges that had helped secure the Maryport Marina. On Saturday Oct 3 the gates at Maryport marina fell into the sea, causing a 6ft wave which smashed 10 boats. Below are the scene as the divers went fown in zero visibility to feel around for the parts from the lock gates.