It frightening to see the power in nature. We don't get extreme weather like you experianced Mike very often. The waves after an Atlantic storm can be awe inspiring and a reminder that the sea is no place for the foolhardy...but, I see them out at sea with no life jackets, radios, satnavs or even ( dare I say it) a compass and chart....
Like the others have commented , glad your property survived.
Cheers
John