It was supposed to be a regular day at Middle Cove Beach for Beatrice Clowe on Friday, watching big waves roll over the smooth rocks while enjoying the fresh ocean air and a hot coffee. I seen the children going down in the water, and I seen the father trying to grab them," she said. Clowe said she frequents the area nearly every day, and when the ocean waves are high people generally keep their distance. Middle Cove yesterday, captured by a friend & posted with permission. ⚠️ADVISORY⚠️ We have received reports of high tide and powerful swells in the Middle Cove Beach area.

Source: CBC News February 21, 2021 21:00 UTC