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FORCED into an UNKNOWN Anchorage at NIGHT in an ELECTRICAL STORM | Sailing Zephyr - Ep. 188
2 de junio de 2023 · 14 min · 4K visitas · White Cay
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While motor-sailing from the Bahamas toward Panama, the crew of the 40-foot sailboat *Zephyr* identifies a coolant leak caused by a failed hose clamp.2:09 The owner replaces the clamp without removing the hose, preventing engine overheating.2:56 Later, during an overnight passage near the Acklins, the crew encounters an unforecasted tropical disturbance featuring 25-knot winds and intense electrical storms.10:43 Despite the risks of entering an unknown anchorage at 1:00 a.m.—including potential uncharted hazards, poor visibility, and lack of depth perception—the crew decides to abandon the passage for safety.6:16 They anchor in a rough, exposed spot to escape the storm and heavy Atlantic swell.13:30 The experience highlights the necessity of performing regular engine checks while underway and the importance of prioritizing crew and vessel safety by altering plans when weather conditions deviate from forecasts.
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