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Giant waves destroy the lifeguard headquarters on the Santa Monica Pier during an El Nino storm in 1983. Bystanders flee for their lives as the ocean swallows the structure whole. The rare moment is captured on camera.

"In 1983, the Santa Monica Pier experienced a significant loss. On January 27, there were reported swells of 10-feet during this winter storm. When the storm was over, the lower deck of the pier was destroyed. The City of Santa Monica began repairs on March 1, 1983, when another storm rolled in. A crane which was being used to repair the west end was dragged into the water and acted as a battering ram against the pilings. Over one-third of the Pier was completely destroyed."

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