Meteorology · Tropical Cyclones
A vessel caught in the dangerous semicircle of a Northern Hemisphere tropical cyclone should generally:
- AHeave to and drift with the wind
- BSteer directly downwind toward the storm center
- CAnchor and ride it out
- DBring the wind on the starboard bow and make as much way as possible to clear the storm's path✓ Correct
Explanation
In the Northern Hemisphere dangerous semicircle, the classic rule is to put the wind on the starboard bow and make best speed to work clear of the storm's track. In the navigable semicircle, bring the wind onto the starboard quarter and run.
Authority: Bowditch (Pub. No. 9)
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