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A crew sailing from Puerto Rico to the Dominican Republic faces significant delays and technical challenges while preparing for a passage to Samana. The departure is postponed by two weeks due to a wait for replacement water maker membranes, compounded by the crew contracting illness.0:53 Upon finally departing, the vessel encounters a severe weather system featuring lightning, forcing a temporary turn back toward Puerto Rico to avoid the storm's path.11:28 During the transit, the crew struggles with low fuel reserves and a fouled hull, which limits their speed to three knots in light winds.15:37 They manage the passage by monitoring weather patterns on their phones and utilizing 15-minute nap intervals to maintain watch.14:09 After navigating through squalls and light air, the vessel arrives at the Porta Bahia marina.16:42 The crew plans to use the week-long stay to install new batteries, replace the water maker membranes, and finalize gas line repairs.17:33

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