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After an eight-month hiatus, the owners of the 40-ft catamaran *Vaugh* return to their vessel in Fiji, only to face immediate cyclone preparations. The crew initially moves the boat from a long-term storage basin to a transient dock to facilitate easier boarding and cleaning for the owner, who is recovering from an injury.13:42 However, a developing cyclone forces them to relocate back to the more protected inner basin.21:28 Marina staff assist with storm-readiness protocols, including adding extra mooring lines, adjusting fenders, and securing the anchor chain to a central mooring block.22:34 While in the boatyard, the owners unexpectedly encounter their previous vessel, *Avelias*, which is also hauled out in Fiji.18:00 The homecoming involves extensive cleaning, laundry, and organising gear to transition from cold-weather storage to tropical living. The experience highlights the necessity of remaining flexible with travel plans during cyclone season and the reality of managing boat maintenance after long periods of inactivity.

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