Tsunami headed towards Hawaii & West Coast

[cdamion]

Any ideas what happens with the ships along the coast?

 

Paradise, Splendor & Spirit are all somewhere along the CA/Mexico coast. I know it won't really be noticeable at sea, but I know Paradise is supposed to arrive/depart Long Beach today.

[Boatfan]

Just heard this on the Today show and was wondering the same thing.

[kristikae]

http://www.cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=1231

 

They probably won't even notice.

[H82seaUgo]

a ncl crew member friend on facebook has been reporting the tsunami sirens have been going off, and they are headed for sea within minutes, trying to reach other crew that are off the ship.

 

msnbc continues to report what they see other shows reporting.

[seashell36]

The Spirit is supposed to dock in San Diego today. They are sailing on a 9 day Mexican Riviera cruise later today.

[cdamion]

http://www.cruisecritic.com/news/news.cfm?ID=1231

 

They probably won't even notice.

 

Those at sea probably won't notice a thing. I am curious about those that are supposed to be in ports today. Particularly ships that are embarking today like Paradise in Long Beach and Spirit in San Diego.

[ehfl]

Ships will not remain in port. They would have to be at sea. When in port, enough crew and staff must remain on board at all times to be able to operate the ship and it's safety systems. They would leave the dock with or without any passengers or crew that was off-ship so they can in deeper water when the tsunami passes.

[norcal2]

Hawaii is getting ready for the wave within minutes. Hopefully not bad. The news said it won't be at the west coast for another 4 hours or so.

 

Terrible!

[Neotericisis]

First and foremost, I have to say God Bless the country of Japan, they are going through a national crisis right now and as of 8:00 am on 3/11 their death total is steadily rising (30+ right now). Also, I hope I don't get flamed for this comment, no offense was intended at any non-religious people etc.

 

As far the ships, does anyone know if there were any ships on course for Hawaii? I wonder what would happen to ships that were at sea and on course for Hawaii- what if they were already in Hawaii:eek:. At the time of this posting it is 4 minutes until the first wave hits (the water is moving towards Hawaii at 800mph! The later waves are supposed to be even worse). I hope the damage isn't too bad and that no lives are lost.

[H82seaUgo]

flamed for a well wish or a message of kindness? and apologizing for such? is this where are civilization has placed us?

 

i certainly hope those are reserved for messages of hate.

[cdamion]

flamed for a well wish or a message of kindness? and apologizing for such? is this where are civilization has placed us?

 

i certainly hope those are reserved for messages of hate.

 

not civilization - cruise critic. everyone around here is gun shy now

[lroche_nf]

The ships in port would be sent out to sea where they will barely notice the waves. Crusie ships are way too valuble assets to the companies to put them in harms way.

 

My prayers go out to those in Japan and others who have been affected by this disaster.

[Bunkie103]

Just heard the Navy is ordering ships out of West Coast Ports.

[Bo Didly]

not civilization - cruise critic. everyone around here is gun shy now

 

it's a shame people won't post what they truly feel any more :D

[dillonsmimi]

Looks like the "Ring of Fire" is awakening.

New Zealand, Japan, and the Hawiian volcano (Mount Hilo?) is very active right now.

 

mimi

 

* The fleet at Pearl Harbor "rode it out"

[Cruise4Music]

Just heard the Navy is ordering ships out of West Coast Ports.

 

Not true.

 

Live from San Diego.

[Bunkie103]

Not true.

 

Live from San Diego.

 

Yes, I saw the ships in San Diego, but also heard a report on MSNBC regarding the Navy. Go figure!

[hpreece]

Praying for Hawaii!!!

[riffatsea]

Tsunami waves of only 2.3 ft.height due to hit beach at La Jolla at 8:40 this morning. It does not look bad for us at this time! It is dangerous for swimmers but not for property.

[westcruzer]

Oh boy, We are getting ready to head to long beach to board the paradise. I hope this doesn't affect our cruise. I just heard on the local news that the waves are expected to hit CA coasts approx 8:30am to 8:40am. All coasts and marinas are currently closed. This came from the Orange County Sheriffs Dept.

[Bunkie103]

USS DePew sailing out of Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station at this time per CNN.

[dillonsmimi]

According to Fox (yeah, I'm one of those) some of the 7th fleet is on the way to Japan.

We are also sending planes with the ability to search and rescue (Coast Guard?).

Sure glad I live in a country that has the ability to help in these situations.

The real question is...who will come help us????

 

mimi

[H82seaUgo]

tsunami's at 2.3 feet moving at 500 miles an hour can cause quite a lot of damage.

[Neotericisis]

I know, its a shame I had to put that caption about not being flamed, but you know how some posters can be and I wanted to nip that situation in the bud before it even happend! I post on CNN as well and of course all the "prayer" comments got flammed so I posted:

 

"This is not about a theological debate. As a Christian I should be able to say a prayer without being attacked about it. An atheist and/or non-Christian should be able to show empathy without being attacked as well. Japan, and possibly very soon, the U.S. has gone through a national tradgey- I think we all agree in saying that we wish them the best and hope that their losses are minimal"

 

On another note, my co-workers daughters family is based out of Pearl Harbor, she said the navy ships are actually going out to sea, so they will feel way less impact (I thought this was VERY interesting).

[westcruzer]

I just got off the phone with Carnival and they said that as of this moment they do not expect any delays in our cruise leaving today from Long Beach.

 

They also mentioned Spirit is not affected either.