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Weather/Seas
Getting caught in severe weather is hazardous. It is
recommended to check the weather, sea and wind
conditions not only before, but, periodically while
you are boating. Refer to
Radio Communications
,
in this section, for weather channel information.
A change in wave height, wind direction and
speed indicates deteriorating weather. Take
common sense precautions if you are forced to
operate you boat in stormy conditions:
●
Wear PFDs.
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Stow gear below deck and batten down
equipment on deck.
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Reduce speed and head for a safe place that
you can easily reach.
●
If you lose power, keep the boat headed into
the waves by using the anchor.
Learn the storm signals.
DAYTIME
WARNING
NIGHTIME
WARNING
DESCRIPTION
COB025C
Small Craft Advisory
- Winds
greater than 18 knots,
sustained for two hours or more
or hazardous wave conditions.
Following a storm, hazardous
wave conditions can persist
long after the high winds have
subsided.
Gale Warning
- Sustained
winds (2 or more hours),
of 34-47 knots.
Storm Warning
- Sustained
winds of 48 knots or greater.
Hurricane Warning
- Forecast
winds of 64 knots and above.
Displayed only in connection
with a hurricane.
It is best to avoid operating your boat in foggy
weather. When fog sets in, use your GPS and
radar unit, if equipped, to take bearings and log
courses and speeds. You are required to emit a
five-second blast from your horn or whistle once
every minute. Additionally, have passengers wear
PFDs and observe for oncoming vessels.
Skill/Experience
Practice your boat operating skills often in calm
water. Avoid windy conditions and rough water. Be
sure to maintain good visibility at all times. Do not
practice close to any obstructions such as piers,
bridges, swim areas or moored boats.
Proceed slowly and give yourself plenty of time to
react. Remember, your boat is not an automobile.
It requires additional time to maneuver and stop.
Visibility
Visibility is not only sight, but also hearing. It is
very important the operator maintains good
visibility at all times. Arrange passengers and
equipment to ensure you have unobstructed
vision at all times. Check for other boats or any
obstacles before turning the boat.
!
WARNING
Clear visibility must be maintained at all
times. If necessary, arrange passengers
and equipment. Designate a passenger to
assist when visibility is limited due to
operating conditions.
!
WARNING
Wear your PFD and remain seated when
operating the boat.
Responsibilities and Safety
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