Follow weather updates and plan accordingly.
Abide by official guidelines and signs posted at harbours/marinas.
Secure objects on board and on deck.
Consider using a safety harness on deck.
Consider distancing vessels from coastal infrastructure, jetties and wave breakers.
During strong winds, be aware of the wind direction and act accordingly.
Consult with the relevant authorities regarding where to situate vessels during weather events.
Very different levels of risk posed to various watercraft by high waves, depending on their size and build.
High risk of vessels being carried to shore from deep water and running aground.
High risk of being carried out to deep water by rip currents and whirlpools.
High risk of waves breaking and changing direction.
High risk of injury from falling objects on board or from objects falling overboard.
Risk of unmooring.
High risk of falling overboard.
Risk of tilting and capsizing of small watercraft.
Serious danger posed to marine vessels entering/exiting marinas/harbours; risk of running aground or hitting infrastructure close to the shore.
If very windy, risk of injury from objects being tossed around by strong winds.
Risk of vessels being carried out to sea during prevailing easterly winds in the Mediterranean Sea.