[password]3083ZMS
[position] 18 40s 173 59e
[weather] SSE 25 knots 1014.5 hPa Rising 100% cc.
[status] Thursday 18 June 0545 NZST. Neiafu, Vava'u. Wind is best guess from this anchorage. Wind strengthened late yesterday evening and has been fairly steady all night with occasional gusts. Cooler temperature. Local Tonga advisory is to prepare for El Nino drought conditions this season, by conserving water and controlling fires.
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The wind and the waves are always on the side of the ablest navigator.