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Struck by lightning, Ryan thinks he died in Sicily | Sailing Italy | Sailing Sunday Ep. 84
1 November 2020 · 19 min · 15K views · Taormina
What this video covers
While anchored off Taormina, Sicily, the crew of the 40-ft sailboat Sunday experiences a severe electrical storm that forces them to reset their stern anchor twice.9:16 During the storm, a nearby lightning strike sends a physical shock through Ryan as he stands on deck, prompting the crew to store sensitive electronics in the microwave for protection.11:32 The vessel later transits the Strait of Messina, navigating the traffic separation zone while managing currents that reach speeds of 6.7 knots.17:06 The crew maintains a steady 6.4 knots at 1500 RPM using a three-blade folding propeller.17:40 After clearing the strait, the boat heads toward the Aeolian Islands to view volcanic activity before continuing toward the Amalfi Coast.18:41 The crew also reports ongoing issues with a GoPro order, which was returned to sender, leading to a PayPal dispute.2:46
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