For the last several days, a blue norther has been blowing in Guaymas and all throughout the Sea of Cortez. The "blue" refers to the chill factor -- ice in Nogales and inside boat temps in the low 40s. The winds were really blowing: 30kts with gusts much higher. Alan was up several times Wednesday night to check our doubled up dock lines and snaps on all our window coverings.
Ron had been trying everything to get the diesel heater working -- so we would have warm rooms & hot water. Nothing worked -- so a new coil was needed. He had it shipped to Nogales and did a midnight bus run; collected the package at 8am; and returned by 3pm. And the heater is heating!! WOW. What a difference it makes. We have been peeling off layers and tonight we may not have to sleep with socks, hats, and 3 blankets!
With the winds and the very rough seas (10+ ft waves at 4-6 seconds) the port captain has closed the port for any departures. Not that we had any interest in leaving in these conditions. But we are watching for a weather window for next week -- only time will tell. Various cruising weather sites have conflicting pictures, so we will monitor and move only when we feel ready.
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