locked in ice?

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locked in ice?

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Hi, just wondering how the ferry's winter on the island? Are they locked in ice or do they use a bubbler system to keep the ice from forming around them?

Thanks... :D
Rory Connaghan
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Post by Rory Connaghan »

The ferry's as well as a handfull of other steel hull boats (mostly tugs) can handle the pressure of the ice without the aid of blowers or bubblers.
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Thanks... :D Inquiring minds wanted to know
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Ferrys

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The Beaver Islander ( the smaller boat) can be frozen in with out any difficulties. The Emerald Isle must have a bubbler around the bow to keep the ice clear of her bowthruster. Hope this helps.
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