Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility and Rule 35
COLREGS Rule 35 explained for boaters. Learn sound signals for fog, rain, and low visibility, including whistles, bells, and gongs.
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Deciphering Sound Signals at Sea for Maneuvering & Warning
Powered vessels underway and in sight of other vessels use sound signals to indicate maneuvers. What do they mean and how are they used?
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Avoiding Collisions with Colregs
Contrary to popular belief, the phrase ‘right of way’ is never mentioned once in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (IRPCS). Prior to 1977, vessels were called either burdened or privileged in potential collision situations, which may have led to the assumption that the privileged vessel had right of way at all costs….
