A kite surfer takes advantage of high winds and waves off Blackpool seafront on January 12, 2012 in Blackpool, England. Meteorologists are predicting calmer weather after high winds hit many parts of the North West today. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Hardy fisherman Rob Brookes braves the wind whipped waves to fish off Blackpool promenade on January 12, 2012 in Blackpool, England. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)