Hurricane Prep Guide

[jcollins]

You can never know too much. Many of us around here have been through hurricanes. I have always listened and learned from others. When I started preparing for Isabel, the latest around here, everyone told me "it'll blow over...your wasting your time" Well, it didn't and I didn't waste my time. Anyway, here is a PDF guide from Boat U.S. The newer boaters around here may find it helpful.

http://www.albinowners.net/images/hurr_prep_guide.pdf

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http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/weathe ... il&index=1

[Mariner]

Hurricanes aren't much of a problem here. We do get some nasty arctic storms, but no special prep is usually required. I sometimes throw a few extra lines on the boat just to be safe.

[Veebyes2]

Even the best hurricane preparation can result in this



This one snapped, no it did not chafe, a 1 1/4" nylon bridle, breaking load rating 22,000#. The boat only weighs 11,000#.

[Elizabeth Ann]

Were starting to hold our breath now waiting to see what Tropical Strorm Chris will do. I certainly hope I don't HAVE to go down to Key Largo to secure a boat.