Friday saw parts of the tropical storm Debby passing through southern Connecticut with huge waves and lots of rain. There is only a small wind angle in which strong winds are a thread for the boats in the marina. But this was the result of what happens when 2-3 ft waves hit a single foot of freeboard.
But as they say in all watersports: Submerging is temporary – sinking is permanent. And by this definition of the yachting thesaurus the unplugged did not sink! And would not have sunken as the airbags inside added sufficient buoyancy.
A 12v bilge pump capable of 1100 gallons per hour is smaller than a human fist and capable of restoring seaworthyness in a short time. We used this battery and this suprisingly cheap pump.
For more on Debby: https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/weather/article/ct-weather-friday-debby-remnants-rain-flooding-19630328.php
