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Portugal storm 'surge' wave destroys cars

7 January 2014 Last updated at 15:42 GMT

A huge surge-like wave destroyed cars and shocked onlookers in Foz do Duoro , Portugal, following a storm in the Atlantic.

This footage was filmed by Ricardo Fonseca on 6 January.

The swells are being called historic by surf enthusiasts, with potential for waves of up to 60 feet.