Hurricane preparation list for yacht owners
by Outer Reef Yachts 10 Nov 2022 11:59 PST
Aerial view from the space of a hurricane approaching the American coast. 3D illustration © Outer Reef Yachts
As we continue to monitor fall hurricane activity, we would like to take a moment to remind our owners and those that follow the brand to prepare, stay safe and please let us know if you have questions or need any assistance.
Our team encourages you to implement your yacht hurricane preparedness plan as soon as possible, while keeping in mind these essential checklist items:
- Remove flags and flagstaffs
- Check fenders and add as many as possible
- Check and add as many lines as possible - tie off the dock if possible
- Check and put chafing gear on all lines, if possible
- Check surrounding boats and make sure they are secure - contact owners if possible
- Make sure weathertight exterior doors, watertight interior doors and port holes are dogged tight
- Check the dock and surrounding area for any loose debris and secure
- Fill water tank
- Remove Eisenglass, covers and cushions and put antennas down
- Turn off all unnecessary power, lights and equipment
- If you don't have anything in the refrigerators or freezers, inverting is not suggested
- Remember if power is lost and you are using the inverter, you only have a short time frame to get power back online
Should you have any questions, concerns or need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact your Outer Reef Team at service@outerreefyachts.com.