Maldives at anchor - scary
04 August 2008 | Addoo Atoll
Lloyd
Had a terrible day yesterday. In fact the problems started the day before. First a problem with the engine and then a flat battery. That was OK in itself but it got compounded yesterday evening when the wind picked up and our boat swung right round and very nearly hit a few others. The wind and waves were strong and gusty. There was little we could do. No engine so we could no manouver nor lift the anchor. Fortunately 7 local guys helped us to reanchor and also showed us a spare mooring which we are still using. Horrible and all a bit scary. Lets hope tomorrow brings a better result for us. Might go up to Male. Will check how we do on the new mooring tonight.