Increased Ocean Swell. Around 72 hours before a hurricane makes landfall, ocean swell increases to about 2 meters (6 feet) in height. Waves hit the shore about every nine seconds. This is one of the earliest signs of an approaching hurricane.As the hurricane gets closer to land, waves will hit the shore with greater rapidity and increase to close to 5 meters (16 feet) in height.ncreased Ocean Swell. Around 72 hours before a hurricane makes landfall, ocean swell increases to about 2 meters (6 feet) in height. Waves hit the shore about every nine seconds. This is one of the earliest signs of an approaching hurricane.
Japan: Worldâs Most Expensive Fish Sold for $1.8 Million. A 222-kilogram bluefin tuna was sold at Tokyo's Tsukiji market for an all-time high of 155.4 million yen, or 1.8 million dollars. An employee holds the head of the 222 kg bluefin tuna outside Tsukiji fish market in Tokyo January 5, 2013. Related.
Thanks to its show dog status, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is one of the most expensive dog breeds to buy. The average purchase price for this dog comes out to $1,200. But grooming them is relatively easy, with an average price tag of $55 per visit.