Why Florida Yacht Owners Need to Act Now
If you own a yacht in Florida…or if your vessel is stored, managed, or docked here…
you’re not preparing for a possibility.
You’re preparing for an inevitability.
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to be more volatile than average.
That’s not alarmism.
It’s NOAA data.
And when it comes to storm preparation for yachts, there’s a narrow window between “early” and “too late.”
Storm Preparation for Yachts: What Most Owners Miss
In nearly 30 years in the superyacht world, I’ve seen beautiful vessels left behind…
with only their fenders out and fingers crossed.
That’s not strategy…
that’s gambling with million-dollar assets (or more).
Storm preparation for yachts isn’t just about lines and pumps. It’s about timing. Awareness.
Making decisions before the cone hits your screen.
That’s where many owners fail…not in effort, but in hesitation.
How to Prepare Yachts for Hurricanes In Florida…From Someone Who’s Done It
I’ve been on both sides of the dock…below deck when the wind started howling…
and in the shipyard days before landfall, making sure our vessel wouldn’t become a headline.
I don’t say this to scare you. I say it because I’ve seen what works.
I’ve helped owners execute flawless plans under pressure. And I’ve seen others attempt to put their yacht back together after their plan fell apart.
This year, don’t wait for the warning. Build your strategy now.
Check the list.
Call your team.
And if you own a 70’+ l.o.a. motoryacht…
and want to talk through your plan with someone who’s been there…I’ll listen.
I’m located on the New River in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, next to Marina Mile, and have navigated most of Florida’s waterways aboard luxury yachts over the past 25 years.
Final Word: Hurricane Prep for Yachts in Florida is Not Optional
Whether you’re a seasonal owner or a full-time Florida yacht resident, you need a tactical plan…
one that’s written down…
approved by your insurance provider…
shared with your crew…
and executable at short notice.
Because once that tropical wave gets a name, the clock starts ticking fast.
And hurricanes don’t wait.
About The Author
Kevin St. Clair is the founder of St. Clair Superyachts, a licensed Florida yacht brokerage. With nearly 30 years of experience as a yacht engineer, captain, and storm strategist, Kevin has navigated over 200,000 nautical miles aboard luxury yachts and helped protect millions of dollars in superyacht assets during hurricane seasons. His firsthand experience preparing and protecting vessels through storms like Hurricane Wilma has made him a trusted advisor to yacht owners across all stages…buying, owning, and selling.
To learn more, visit: stclairsuperyachts.com
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