Currents

Question 1

How many current conditions will be discussed in this chartlet

Answer 1

5 current conditions will be discussed in this chartlet

Question 2

Describe current conditions in Bellingham channel between Cypress, Guemes, and Sinclair island

Answer 2

In Bellingham channel, currents can have considerable velocity. Buoy 6 off clark point is reported to submerge during strong currents.

Question 3

Describe current conditions in Guemes channel

Answer 3

The current in Guemes channel can exceed 5 kts.

Question 4

What conditions will be experienced with an ebb current and a S wind off Fauntleroy Point on the E. entrance of Thatcher pass

Answer 4

Heavy rips will be countered off Fauntleroy point with an ebb current and a S Wind.

Question 5

Describe currents in Lopez, Thatcher Passes

Answer 5

Lopez, Thatcher, pass currents are reported to attain velocities of 3-7 knots.