Devastating Hurricanes & Cold Ocean Killers
Synopsis
Hurricane Dorian, a Category 5 storm, battered the Bahamas for 27 hours, marking the longest recorded assault by an Atlantic hurricane on a populated area.
Synopsis
Dave Shields navigates treacherous waters 100 miles off the Outer Banks, facing a sudden squall while tuna fishing on his boat, Hardway. As winter storms threaten the Northeast, scallop fisherman Russell Isabel lands his catch in New Bedford, the most lucrative fishing port in America. The documentary captures the dangers of Nor'easters, which form when warm Gulf Stream air collides with cold northern winds. It also recounts the devastation of Hurricane Dorian, which struck the Bahamas in 2019, marking the longest assault by an Atlantic hurricane on a populated area.
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Why Watch
- Follow Dave Shields as he battles gale force winds at sea.
- See the risks scallop fishermen face in New Bedford.
- Learn about the devastating impact of Hurricane Dorian.
Did You Know
- New Bedford generates over $420 million a year from shellfish.
- Hurricane Dorian was the worst natural disaster in the Bahamas' history.
- The Andrea Gale and its six crewmen vanished in a Nor'easter known as 'the perfect storm.'
- Nor'easters can sweep from North Carolina to Canada all winter long.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the position of the coast guard radio mentioned in the documentary?
The position mentioned is 44 East 14.68 North.
How much revenue does the fishing port of New Bedford generate annually?
New Bedford makes over $420 million a year from shellfish.
What was the fate of the fishing boat Andrea Gale?
The fishing boat Andrea Gale and its six crewmen vanished in a giant nor'easter known as 'the perfect storm'.
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