Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
20293
Universal time (UTC):
04:51
Australian time (AEST):
15:51
Position:
51° 1′ S, 155° 13′ E
Heading:
150
Speed:
12.9 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
314 NM
Weather conditions:
2/8 / 26 knots WNW
Air temperature:
8.8 °C
Sea conditions:
W 4-5m
Sea temperature:
10.4 °C

Comments

Today we continued the briefings, cleaning of expeditioners boots and gear in preparation for our arrival at Macquarie Island. Our estimated time of arrival is around 1200 Friday, the 8th of March. The weather upon arrival is not looking favourable for any operations at this stage and we will seek shelter on the eastern side of the island, to wait for weather conditions to improve to commence operations. We are expecting an increase is wave height overnight with expeditioners making their cabins ready for a bumpy night. Everyone is looking forward to their first glimpse of Macquarie Island.

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