Typhoon Hagupit, known as “Ruby” on the other side of the world, devastated portions of the Philippines over the weekend. Thousands of homes and businesses were destroyed and dozens of people were killed by the storm’s winds, rain, and storm surge. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of those impacted by the storm. Photo: David Fachou

"Early last Friday morning the Surfline forecast team noticed a satellite observed wave measurement over 70 feet near the core of Hagupit. While we questioned this measurement, there was at least a part of us that wanted to believe it since it was just after the storm was a category 5 storm with maximum sustained winds of 155 knots. Obviously though, this very strong super typhoon generated a significant swell for the region. We can see that Cloud Nine received it with open arms.” —Mark Willis. Photos: David Fachou