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Boat owners weigh risk versus reward amid mandatory evacuation

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September 10, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-09-10 20:40:20

SUMMARY: In Bay St. Louis, boat owners face tough decisions regarding a mandatory evacuation due to an approaching storm, as uncertainty looms over its impact. Many, like Michael White, are weighing the risks of leaving their boats, knowing insurance may not cover damages. Harbor Master Sean Hailes explained that evacuation decisions depend on anticipated storm surges. Some boat owners are evacuating, while others are choosing to ride out the storm. Local businesses are also bracing for the wind and rain, with concerns about lost revenue in a critical time for tourism. The combination of weather threats and business uncertainty creates stress for the community.

Many of the people who call the harbor home port for their boats made the decision to stay in the harbor and take a chance.

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