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Описание: An update to the damage caused by an arctic ice storm coming through tennessee in a small town on the duck river nature reserve

sinking boat, docks collapse, ice dropped from roof edge

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#ice #Storm #snow #houseboat #tennessee

summary

The video provides an update on the damage caused by an ice storm to local marinas in Tennessee, particularly focusing on the speaker's marina and a friend's houseboat at Bird Song Marina (0:06).

Key points include:
Marina Conditions (0:09-0:35): Docks are still underwater and without power, running on generators. While the speaker's marina avoided major collapses, Bird Song and Perryville marinas experienced caved-in docks. The ice is beginning to melt, allowing boats to move.
Ice Damage to Docks (0:41-1:09): Large sheets of ice are sliding and breaking off the docks, posing a risk to boats and equipment.
Friend's Houseboat Damage (1:33-2:57): A friend's houseboat, "Chillaxin," at Bird Song Marina suffered a caved-in roof. The owner is assessing the damage to determine if he will rebuild or file an insurance claim to build a larger boat, depending on the condition of the windows and electronics.
Wider Marina Impact (3:14-4:18): Two out of three local marinas experienced roof collapses, and the speaker's marina had docks sink, leading to power outages. One boat sank, and several liveaboards are still without power on their docks due to remaining ice.
Generator Costs and Future Plans (4:18-4:49): Boat owners are incurring significant costs running generators for heat. The marina will likely move them to powered docks once the ice melts.
Dock Repair Challenges (4:52-5:38): Even after the ice melts, repairing the docks will be complex, as electronics will need drying, and uneven melting could cause further tipping and roof collapses.
Boat Winterization and Location Choice (7:04-8:07): The speaker explains why he doesn't winterize his sailboat, highlighting the warmer average temperatures in Waverly, Tennessee, compared to Kentucky, which allows for year-round boating.
Unique Public Land Access (9:02-10:44): A significant advantage of the speaker's location is the extensive public land along the waterways, meaning no private houses or docks are obstructing views, offering a secluded boating experience.