Summary

Summary


OTARU

SUMMARY

The conclusion reached in this study is that Otaru cannot be considered a haven for ships when the port is threatened by a tropical cyclone or other strong wind event. The reasons for this conclusion include:

  1. The lack of protection in the harbor and resultant vulnerability of moored and anchored ships to strong winds.
  2. The local harbor authority recommendation that all ships sortie when the harbor is threatened by strong winds.

Source: http://www.nrlmry.navy.mil/port_studies/thh-nc/japan/otaru/text/summary.htm


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