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Old 09-14-2018, 06:24 AM   #215
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Originally Posted by Paul in Saudi View Post
OK, all you actual sailors and boat owners. Explain this stuff to a wannabe.

What sort of wave/wind conditions are dangerous in port or at sea? When is it best to haul out?

Would a wise skipper try to dodge the storm or would he take the warning time to haul out and head inland?

Lots of "it depends."

It's often said to be best to haul out, be blocked on high ground (higher than storm surge), be firmly secured to the ground...

But that's not always possible.

Another sometimes-useful option is to be at floating docks with TALL pilings -- tall enough so the docks will survive the highest storm surge and ideally with some leeway to spare -- and tied securely with at least double lines.

But that's not always possible.

Anchored in a decent hurricane hole could work... sometimes... assuming really good holding ground and really good ground tackle...

But that's not always achievable...

Running before the storm could work for some, depending on range, speed, etc.

But that's not always safe...

And so forth.

It depends.

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