detroit diver
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From a Rodales posting. Currently unverified, but chilling if true:
"Many reports coming in but none good. Wave Dancer capsized, apparently guests were in cabins and nearly all perished along with several crew. TMM Charters took their Catamarans down south to avoid the storm only to sail into it. Some are presently missing but do not know details, such as passengers, etc. Only two buildings left standing in Placencia. No word yet definitely on the beach side resorts but initial reports are not good. Only place left standing was Serenity Resort according to preliminary reports. Belize City, San Pedro, Caye Caulker, took only Tropical Storm force winds and result is only minor cleanup. Will do my best as the day progresses to provide any solid info. Keep in mind that communication at this time is at best haphazard, so will try to transmit something other than rumor. Sad times, for our small community not only in Belize but for all of you out there who knew people at these resorts and on the boats. Hard to think about staying wet and having fun at this point in time. My boats should be fine and will be poised for any relief and aid efforts as needed."
"Many reports coming in but none good. Wave Dancer capsized, apparently guests were in cabins and nearly all perished along with several crew. TMM Charters took their Catamarans down south to avoid the storm only to sail into it. Some are presently missing but do not know details, such as passengers, etc. Only two buildings left standing in Placencia. No word yet definitely on the beach side resorts but initial reports are not good. Only place left standing was Serenity Resort according to preliminary reports. Belize City, San Pedro, Caye Caulker, took only Tropical Storm force winds and result is only minor cleanup. Will do my best as the day progresses to provide any solid info. Keep in mind that communication at this time is at best haphazard, so will try to transmit something other than rumor. Sad times, for our small community not only in Belize but for all of you out there who knew people at these resorts and on the boats. Hard to think about staying wet and having fun at this point in time. My boats should be fine and will be poised for any relief and aid efforts as needed."
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