Some more reasons to avoid Squalls, like the plague

[ricki]

and the following:

Originally Posted by RickI

Squalls have killed guys offshore and maimed others simply by hitting water. You need to do weather planning and monitoring to try to avoid the squall. It is readily possible, do it ALL the time. Of course weather and signs vary the world over. You need to do what works in your area.

There is NO significant hazard if you anticipate the squall, land and secure before it strikes. Waiting for it to strike, onshore or even offshore can be hazardous in the extreme.

Local weather and precautions have to govern though.

btw, I could keep adding to that list many more cases from around the world. Squall hazards are common and widespread.

What would you rig at 1:00 pm this day and how do you think you would fair, waiting it out offshore?