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Near-Disaster

Posted by Sandy R-B on Fri Apr 28, 2017 7:02 am

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During one of our worst storms this year, this commercial fishing boat mis-read the outgoing tides and nearly capsized in the harbor entrance. Only VERY skilled piloting saved the "Pacific Hooker", although there was considerable damage to boat and crew.

2017:01:08 15:17:45
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Mode: Av
Metering: Spot
ISO: 500
White balance: Auto
Flash: Off

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by Cynthia Crawford on Fri Apr 28, 2017 9:09 pm

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Wow- you really caught an amazing moment- it must have been quite an experience to watch. Glad to hear the story came out relatively well.

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by Joe Lemm on Sat Apr 29, 2017 10:20 am

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A heart-in-the-throat moment for crew and photographer!

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