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BOAT is GONE. Our Scariest Moment Yet - Ep 33
May 28, 2021 · 25 min · 60K views · San Juan, Puerto Rico
What this video covers
A Hunter 42 Passage named Jibsea dragged its anchor in 30-knot winds while the crew was ashore in Marina de Salinas, Puerto Rico.7:12 The vessel drifted, struck another boat, and ran aground in mangroves.7:25 The local harbormaster coordinated a tow and recovery, which cost $1,450, covering the salvage, damage to the other vessel, and a mooring inspection.15:51 The crew sustained damage to several starboard-side stanchions and a navigation light, but the hull remained intact.11:14 After the incident, the marina provided a free slip for one week, allowing the crew to perform repairs, including welding the stanchions and replacing the companionway plexiglass.16:16 The crew confirmed the anchor had been set with 130 feet of chain in eight feet of water and backed down at 2,200 RPMs, but the holding failed during the unforecasted high-wind event.10:29 Proper anchoring technique and monitoring weather conditions remain critical, as even a well-set anchor can fail in unexpected gusts.
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