How Do You Navigate In A Squall?
A squall is a sudden, violent upsurge of wind that may accompany rain showers and cloud cover to make navigating a boat difficult. The abruptness of the squall is what makes it so dangerous. If you must navigate through one, you should remain alert and in control throughout the event. Follow these steps to safely navigate through a squall. Be vigilant. The best thing you can do to navigate a squall is prepare for it. Even if you only give yourself a minute or two in advance of the squall’s onset, you will have enough time to prepare yourself and the boat for the coming meteorological lashing. Get your crew in order. Make sure your crew knows exactly what’s going on and what to do. You should have all hands on deck, wearing safety gear and foul weather gear. Assign at least one crew member as lookout so you can properly navigate away from danger areas and towards safety. Adjust the boat’s settings. If you’re on a sailboat, do everything you can to reef or lower your sails. Leaving the s
