Isaias is on his way!

Here’s an update for those of you concerned about our safety here in Fort Pierce with hurricane Isaias on the way.

After going back and forth a few times, we decided to stay on board during the storm. To be honest, I was the only one going back and forth; Dave always wanted to stay aboard.

So why are we staying aboard? First, Isaias will arrive here as a weak category 1 hurricane, the brunt of which will arrive in the morning. Tonight will be tropical storm force winds which we’ve been through before while at anchor. Secondly, this marina is rated for category 3 hurricanes. We are also not alone. The harbor master is manning the radio up in the office tonight and tomorrow. On our dock alone there are at least 5 other boats whose owners are staying aboard, many more in the marina as a whole. Plus, on board we have our own food, water and power, which no hotel can promise (unless we drive over an hour west). Finally, it’s inevitable that sometime in the next several years of cruising we will end up having to weather a storm like this probably at anchor and unable to get ashore. I’d rather practice in a marina like this one first. Dave refers to this as hurricane on training wheels.

The skies clouded around 6pm. We’re on our third round of heavy rain. The first was kind enough to wait until we returned with our takeout. (Thanks Mother Nature!) We took advantage of a break between bouts of rain to stand on the “back porch” sipping rum, toasting Neptune and Poseidon, and enjoying the fresh air before the next batch of rain chases us back inside, which is where we are now with some seriously black skies out there and a downpour. I think it’s time for a movie…and more rum

I will post updates tomorrow on my lifeonlady Instagram and FB accounts (links to the left).

Cheers!

Author: Indigo Lady

I am a retired educator married to a retired chemist/engineer/educator. We will be living aboard our solar electric catamaran for as long as possible. View all posts by Indigo Lady