The U.S. Coast Guard Captain of the Port has notified Port Everglades that Port Condition WHISKEY will be set for Hurricane Irma as of Wednesday, September 6 at 8 AM with the onset of sustained gale force winds (39 - 54 mph) predicted within 72 hours. Preparations to be addressed and completed are:
- Take due diligence to prepare for potential storm impacts.
- Begin removing all debris and secure potential flying hazards.
- Implement Container stacking plans. Reduce stacking height to no more than four high and no more than two high for hazardous materials.
- Facilities that are unable to meet these requirements due to space constraints must submit a container stacking protocol to the Captain of the Port (COTP) Miami for approval at 305-535-4472.
- Oceangoing vessels moored or at anchor should be prepared to get underway.
- Hazardous materials should be removed from areas prone to flooding.
Given the current storm track, the USCG Captain of the Port anticipates the setting of Port Condition X-RAY on Thursday, September 7.
The official Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) can be found:
- USCG Homeport website at homeport.uscg.mil in the Miami section of the Port Directory or click here
- Port Everglades Weather Alerts webpage at porteverglades.net/about-us/weather
