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We Ran Out of Fuel at Night… Then Got a Scary Warning ☠️ Ep-239
14 de outubro de 2026 · 37 min · 40K visualizações · Panama
O que este vídeo aborda
A cruising couple departs Bocas del Toro, Panama, for a 24-hour passage toward the San Blas Islands, but they divert to Shelter Bay Marina in Colón after their fuel gauge fails and they run low on diesel.13:45 The crew experiences significant anxiety regarding regional security after hearing reports of violent boardings and robberies of yachts in nearby anchorages, leading them to keep defensive weapons in their cabin overnight.21:57 While attempting to clear out of the country, they discover that local officials in their current location cannot issue a zarpe, forcing them to navigate complex customs requirements to avoid visa overstay issues.28:39 They manage fuel logistics for their dinghy and generator despite equipment failures at the fuel dock.31:34 The transit involves motoring through light winds and adverse currents, requiring careful navigation to avoid reefs when arriving at their destination.32:59 The crew emphasizes the necessity of carrying cash for mooring fees and supplies in the San Blas region, where ATMs are unavailable.29:59
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