Hurricane Readiness

Members:
Once the National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane warning for your area we suggest the following:

  • Please inform the office when you leave the marina.
  • All dock lines should be a minimum of ½” nylon of good quality, good condition and preferably protected with chafing gear. Spring lines should be added as well as doubling up all lines. Always leave the bitter end of the line on the dock cleat so adjustments can be made from the pier if necessary.
  • Dinghies should be removed from racks or boats and taken home.
  • All canvas, sails and other loose gear should be removed and stowed.
  • Sail boaters should consider removing their booms.
  • Water hoses and power cords should be disconnected from pedestals and stowed below decks.
  • Dock boxes can remain on piers if they are secured to the dock. Inspect fasteners to ensure they are in good condition. Loose dock boxes will be removed by marina personnel.
  • Fill your fuel tanks and fully charge your batteries.
  • Photograph your boat for insurance purposes.

If you choose to keep your vessel at the marina, please remember you are solely responsible for any damage to the docks and/or other vessels as well as your own. Within twelve hours of a hurricane strike, all water and power will be disconnected for the duration of the storm.

Feel free to contact your marina office with any questions/concerns or re-visit this website viningsmarine.com For Current Hurricane information click on www.NOAA.GOV

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