WIND WAVES AND STORMS PART 2 - COPING WITH HAZARDOUS WEATHER

Code No: 743

Video Running Time: 33 minutes

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The second video details the onboard weather observations that a watch keeping officer is expected to make, illustrating the instruments that are used, and stressing the importance of comparing observations with information received in weather forecasts. Preventative measures are outlined for when heavy weather is anticipated, and a detailed section deals with the action required when faced with the threat of a tropical revolving storm.

The programme examines how the dangers that are posed by large waves, fog, and ice can be minimised, and computer based heavy weather systems are described.