5. Monitor your bilge pump. Make sure sump stays free
of water.
6. Secure loose gear. Make ready emergency equipment.
7. If the engine stops, throw the anchor over the bow. If
needed use a sea anchor. Never anchor off the stern.
MARINE WEATHER SYMBOLS
Although the National Weather Service has discontinued
the use of the day flags and night lights, many marinas
and ports of call still use them.
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