Your vessel is anchored in an open roadstead with
three shots of chain out on the port anchor. The wind freshens considerably and the anchor begins t...

Question

Your vessel is anchored in an open roadstead with
three shots of chain out on the port anchor.  The wind freshens considerably and the anchor begins to drag. Which action should you take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Veer out more chain on the port anchor.

Deck 2014: Deck General

Your vessel is anchored in an open roadstead with three shots of chain out on the port anchor. The wind freshens considerably and the anchor begins to drag. Which action should you take FIRST?

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