CRASH - Shore Acres State Park, Oregon

A “bomb cyclone” occurs when atmospheric pressure at the center of a rotating air mass drops rapidly, often creating heavy winds and rain.  These are rare weather events, so when a bomb cyclone warning was issued while I was on an October visit to southern Oregon, I was both shocked and delighted.

The 2021 bomb cyclone generated some of the largest, most powerful ocean waves I’ve ever seen.  Mesmerized by these crashing behemoths, I found it nearly impossible to pull away.  When I finally retreated for the warmth of home, I was soaked in seawater mist, invigorated, exhausted, and overwhelmed with gratitude for having borne witness to the breathtaking energy of Mother Nature.