seawall

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Architect Harold Hughes started raising money to build a seawall and restore it.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Mr Stevens did not see anyone in the water, with the seawall saving him from witnessing the tragedy.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

In Rikuzentakata, about 100 people prayed atop a massive concrete seawall.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 11, 2024

In Northern California, Antonio Maffei caught another dramatic moment on camera when a wave crashed over the seawall Thursday and caught several bystanders off guard.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2023

As they worked, the seawall blocked their view of the ocean, so they couldn’t see what was coming.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland