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Night navigation on the Río de la Plata requires specific adjustments to maintain safety when visual references disappear. Human eyes require 20 minutes to fully adapt to darkness, a process easily reversed by any white light source, including mobile phones or bright GPS screens.2:34 To preserve night vision, keep cabin lights off and set instrument displays to red or orange at minimum intensity.2:54 When underway, maintain a moderate displacement speed to avoid collisions with floating debris.3:31 Use the moon’s reflection on trees to identify the river channel, or align the bow with a star to maintain a steady heading without relying on the compass light.3:11 If using a handheld spotlight, aim it 45 degrees toward the water to gauge distance from the shore, never toward the bow.4:27 All vessels must display mandatory navigation lights, while small boats under 7 meters must keep a white light ready to signal their presence.4:57 Secure all deck lines and require crew to use safety harnesses if moving on deck at night.6:19

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