First glad you're hear to tell the story. Can't imagine what the experience must have felt like. No trip is worth that much risk. Some times better to just pack it in and plan on another day. Easier said than done as we all push the envelope but mother nature is not someone to fool around with. It can get real bad real quick.

Aside from your experience, that water color and quality in the picture you posted is amazing. Looks like gulf stream waters in the canyons off shore. Didn't realize the waters at RV were that beautiful.

Dakota