Sailing Yacht Ula · video

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Yacht Ula encounters unpredictable whirlpools and strong currents while transiting the Strait of Messina.Watch The swirling water forces sudden, involuntary changes in the vessel's heading, requiring constant steering adjustments to maintain a steady course.0:09 Seagulls congregate in the center of the active whirlpools, indicating that the turbulent water is likely forcing baitfish toward the surface.0:20 These localized eddies and tidal currents create complex navigation conditions that deviate significantly from standard open-water sailing.

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