It was back in 2014 when the whole of the Fylde Coast suffered devastating damage as winds up to 100mph hit. Parts of North Pier were stripped to match wood, foam whipped up from the raging tide flooded the seafront, buildings were damaged and trees were uprooted.


14. Storm memories 2014
Picture shows council workers losing control of a metal sheet as the wind catches it, ripping it from their hands whilst clearing up debris on Blackpool's promenade. | rossparry.co.uk



17. Storm memories 2014
Picture shows building damage to a block of flats after high winds ripped drinks from their foundations | rossparry.co.uk

18. Storm memories 2014
The aftermath of one of Blackpool's worst storms for decades. A huge tree on West Park Drive having crashed down across the pavement | National World


