Regal 2000 ES, Owner'S Manual

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Safety On Board
Waves & Fog
As the wind blows across water waves are created.
Th
e stronger the wind and increased distance
across the water enlarges the wave action.
Other factors that can cause problem situations
for vessels are fog, currents, and tidal changes.
Fog can develop inland on clear, calm mornings.
Coastal areas see large “blankets” of fog roll in and
stay for extended time periods causing sometimes
hazardous navigation conditions. If you are
caught in the fog, do not panic. Th ink of the best plan of action and
proceed carefully. If you are limited in navigation equipment at the
fi rst sign of fog proceed to the nearest shoreline and wait until the
fog lift s.
Boats equipped with navigation equipment, local waterway
experience and charts should proceed to a safe harbor. Use extreme
caution, signal as needed, and reduce to a speed where you can stop
within half of your forward vision range.
If foul weather catches you at sea do the following:
1. Slow down. Proceed with caution and put on your life vests.
2. Try to reach the nearest safe shoreline.
3. Navigate your vessel slowly into the waves at a 45 degree angle.
4. Passengers should sit low in the center of the vessel.
5. Monitor your bilge pump. Make sure sump stays free of water.
6. Secure loose gear. Make ready emergency equipment.
7. If the engine stops, throw the anchor over the bow.