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60-KNOT GALE | Are we prepared? 😰⛵
13 agosto 2026 · 17 min · 2K visualizzazioni · Río de la Plata
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The crew of the *Kira Kira*, a 36-foot steel Van de Stadt Seal, prepares for a forecasted gale in Brazil while dealing with the effects of the El Niño climate phenomenon.0:01 Anticipating winds up to 60 knots, the family relocates the vessel from a crowded anchorage to a more open position to avoid dragging into other boats.7:52 The crew secures the boat by rigging the staysail and verifying fuel levels, despite an ongoing issue with a broken freshwater pump on the engine.7:48 During the storm, the vessel remains securely anchored, though other boats in the vicinity experience issues with loose headsails and dragging anchors.16:48 The crew performs routine maintenance between weather events, including cleaning the hull and removing rust from the windlass area using acid.2:52 The storm passes without damage to the *Kira Kira*.16:35 Proactive relocation and preparation of the ground tackle are essential when anchoring in soft-bottom bays during extreme weather events.
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