This is somewhat old, but came across it while surfing the web and figured I’d share with those who might be interested. This is a special on freak or rogue waves produced by BBC. It goes in depth in the history of rogue waves, and their possible causes. You can view the special on youtube through 5 parts. I’ve posted them below for your viewing pleasure.
The IMO estimates there are 1.5 million seafarers worldwide, and this is the day we pay tribute to them all. The 25th of June has been designated by the IMO and it’s member states as “The Day of the Seafarer” as a means to pay tribute to the world’s estimated 1.5 million seafarers for the unique [...]
The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a Marine Safety Alert reminding operators of barges and tank vessels to ensure tank high velocity vent valves and vacuum valves or combination pressure/vacuum valves are maintained in proper operating condition at all times. This follows a recent marine casualty on board a chemical/oil product tanker in which a cargo tank was over [...]
