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Post-Hurricane Boat Salvage Tips
After the mega-storm and latest Nor'easter, many of us are in the same boat when it comes to engine damage.
September 12, 2017
Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Harvey have left a big portion of the United StatesĀ reeling across the East Coast and Texas. Our sympathies go out to those who were hurt by the storm. Aside from the damage to health, homes, and businesses, plenty of boaters are now contemplating sunken and damaged vessels, drowned engines, and insurance claims. Here are two articles to help with recovery, plus a video on how to save an outboard that has been underwater.
Important note: If your engine is still submerged, it may be better to leave it underwater until you've made your preparationsāonce it's exposed to air, damage sets in almost immediately.
Recovering from a hurricane is always a long process, but there's a lot to be learned in the aftermath about how to mitigate damage and prepare better for next timeālearn more in Hurricane Preparation for Boaters. Best of luck to all.
Editor's Note: TheĀ boats.comĀ team would like to encourage our readers to help those affected by Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Harvey byĀ visiting the Red Cross, or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS to make a donation. All donations will aid in relief efforts as the Red Cross works to help people recover from this disaster. If you're interested in lending a hand at reliefĀ shelters, or assisting in the distribution of food, water, clean-up items and additional supplies, you canĀ register online as a volunteer.Ā
This article originally published November 2012 and was updated in September 2017.
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