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While anchored at Naitasiri, Fiji, the crew of a cruising sailboat experienced a significant earthquake that caused the vessel to vibrate violently, initially leading them to believe they had run aground.26:11 Using Starlink for internet access, they confirmed the earthquake occurred less than 50 miles away and monitored for potential tsunami threats, a major concern given the region's history with the 2011 Hunga Tonga volcanic eruption.28:03 The event coincided with a local fibre-optic cable failure, leaving the crew reliant on Starlink and VHF radio for information.31:09 Prior to the seismic event, the crew performed maintenance on the boat’s electrical system, specifically repairing a motor by accessing the brushes, and addressed a tear in the mainsail with a temporary patch.12:38 They also installed a semi-permanent, foldable winch handle from EasySea.13:48 The crew ultimately remained at anchor after determining no tsunami warning was in effect.28:23

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