Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
18789
Universal time (UTC):
06:00
Australian time (AEST):
17:00
Position:
61° 55′ S, 91° 9′ E
Heading:
247 deg T
Speed:
8.1 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
244 NM
Weather conditions:
3/8 cloud cover, light and variable winds
Air temperature:
−3.2 °C
Sea conditions:
Nil
Sea temperature:
−1.6 °C

Comments

We have been blessed with another spectacular day in the ice. Currently we are making our way through snow covered pack ice approx 300mm thick with a scattering of ice bergs. It is very easy to find people at the moment – they are either on the bridge or outside experiencing Antarctica.
Briefings continue and cleaning of clothing, boots, bags etc commenced today.
The talks still have a huge following, yesterday Julie gave us a sneak peak at Macquarie Island and Tui gave us an insight into the Andes. Highlight of the day: Sightings of three ross seals with pups and one pregnant ross seal. REGARDS: Sharon and Leanne

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