Red Rose trapped in ice on the Bay of Puck. Sequence of events and structural risks
The sailing yacht Red Rose has been immobilized by ice in the Bay of Puck, between Swarzewo and Puck. According to local reports, the vessel most likely broke free from its moorings and was pushed toward open water by strong winds. Shortly afterward, a sudden temperature drop caused rapid ice formation, trapping the yacht in place.
In brief
The sailing yacht Red Rose has become trapped in solid ice on the Bay of Puck, between Swarzewo and Puck. The vessel most likely broke free from its mooring lines and was pushed by the wind beyond the shelter of the harbour, after which a sharp drop in temperature caused the water around the hull to freeze. Aerial photographs were taken by Mariusz Koralewski of Flying Eye. Movement of the ice threatens to dent the hull plating, damage the rudder, keel or rigging, and push the yacht onto a shoal.
Aerial photographs taken by Mariusz Koralewski of Flying Eye show the yacht completely surrounded by solid ice, making any maneuvering impossible. The incident demonstrates that even shallow and seemingly safe coastal waters can become hazardous under winter conditions.
How the vessel became icebound
After breaking free from its moorings, the yacht drifted beyond sheltered waters. The rapid onset of freezing temperatures resulted in the formation of a continuous ice layer around the hull, preventing any return to port or self-recovery.
Risks associated with moving ice
The most critical phase occurs when ice begins to shift due to wind or currents. Moving ice sheets can exert substantial pressure on the hull, leading to deformation, rudder or keel damage, and potential rigging failure. There is also a significant risk of the vessel being pushed into shallow waters or toward the shoreline, increasing the likelihood of grounding or hull breaches.
Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier
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