Rock Pooling Safety: When is it Safe After Stormy Weather?

Stormy weather can cause strong waves and high tides, which can make it dangerous to go near the water. The waves can also stir up the sand and mud on the shore, making it difficult to see the creatures that live in the rock pools. Additionally, heavy rain can wash away the salt water from the rock pools, which can harm or even kill the creatures that live there.

It is best to wait for a few days after a storm before going rock pooling, to allow the water to calm down and the ecosystem to recover.