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THE LAST BOAT . .and a FIRE onboard

8. september 2023 · 18 min · 85K visninger

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A singlehanded sailor anchored in a remote bay in Vanuatu faces multiple hazards while preparing for the upcoming cyclone season. During a stove-top baking attempt, a non-slip mat placed under a pan catches fire, forcing an immediate emergency response to extinguish the flames.4:36 The vessel, *Shaddy*, remains in an exposed anchorage where shifting winds threaten to push the boat onto a fringing reef, requiring an all-night watch.9:05 To prepare for entry into Australia, the sailor cleans the hull of barnacles and bio-fouling to comply with strict biosecurity regulations.17:25 The boat also experiences a close lightning strike, prompting the disconnection of all aerials to protect onboard electronics.16:13 Despite these challenges, the sailor successfully maintains the vessel while awaiting a weather window to depart for Australia. Maintaining a clean hull and monitoring anchor position are essential for safety when anchored near reefs in cyclone-prone regions.

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