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A neighboring vessel dragged anchor overnight and collided with the catamaran *Wolfhound*, resulting in a fouled propeller and crossed anchor lines.3:56 The crew of *Wolfhound* assisted the other boat by free-diving to remove a line wrapped around the propeller.8:11 The diver successfully cleared the obstruction by unbolting the sacrificial anodes to release the rope packed inside the cavity.10:46 Simultaneously, the remaining crew managed the crossed anchor lines at the bow, taking care not to disturb the *Wolfhound*’s own ground tackle.8:50 The collision caused minor damage to the lid of the *Wolfhound*'s grill but left the hull intact.12:36 Separately, the crew repaired wear spots and holes in a sail caused by over-stressing it in high winds.14:01 They applied repair tape to both sides of the damaged sections to reinforce the fabric.15:31 The crew also explored local sea caves by dinghy, timing the transit to coincide with high tide to ensure safe passage.16:19 Keeping scuba tanks topped up is essential for emergency underwater repairs.7:23

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