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How Long Do You Have to Prep for a Hurricane?


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When a named storm is forecast for your area, how long do you have to prepare your boat? Listen carefully for the tips few realize make the difference between being prepared and caught.

Summary

When your boat is in the path of a forecast hurricane, knowing how long you have to prepare is invaluable for good results. But you need some basic information to figure it out.

First, understand that the National Hurricane Center refers to the eye of the storm when they predict arrival times. Gale-force winds will extend considerably farther. And you want to be fully prepared before they hit you. If you have to evacuate further inland, you'll have even less time.

Second, although it seems like a simple calculation, there are two unknown variables to consider. The storm size can change. The speed of the storm may also increase. You want to keep tracking the storm to stay so you have the best information.

Finally, listening to the forecasters' discussions about the storm. It can help you understand how confident they are about their predictions so you are better prepared. 

To get the full details and to hear the story behind this post, listen to the full podcast or check out Hurricane Prep: How Much Time Do You Have?

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Links (Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning that The Boat Galley Podcast earns from qualifying purchases; some other links may be affiliate links):

National Hurricane Center - https://www.nhc.noaa.gov 

Comprehensive Hurricane Prep for Boaters Course - https://products.theboatgalley.com/products/hurricane

Today’s episode of The Boat Galley Podcast is sponsored by MantusMarine.com, maker of the Mantus anchor, now available in models with and without a roll bar. Proven to set reliably in the most challenging bottoms, the Mantus anchor digs like no other, making anchoring safer and boating more enjoyable. Mantus Marine brings to market practical, durable and affordable marine products, including: anchoring gear, scuba diving accessories, and rechargeable waterproof headlamp for hands-free lighting and solar charging Navigation light. Visit MantusMarine.com and see for yourself!

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Music: “Slow Down” by Yvette Craig

 

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