Predictions a huge tidal wave will bring disaster to British shores, including Sussex, could be regarded by some readers as a silly season spoof.
But some pensioners can still remember the day more than 70 years ago when such a tsunami struck.
So while we wouldn't suggest heading for the hills just, yet it might be worth investing in some new wellies. After all, remember what happened to Michael Fish.
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