Powerful, tall waves were crashing into the beach in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Sunday.
It was a sight to see for many who visited the boardwalk to capture Mother Nature in action.
"I had to get video of that, 'cause you don't normally see that here. It's usually two or three feet maybe in the summer," said John Knauss.
"I just love seeing just that power in the water because it is just majestic," Nancy Hopkins said.
But despite the scenic views, officials warned residents about potentially dangerous conditions because of the nor'easter . Early Sunday afternoon, the area was already beginning to see whipping winds, steady rain and roads inundated with water.
Several streets were flooded throughout the area, and many of them were impassable.
"(The water has) come up as high as the