The Luperon 12 Hurricane Protocol
Not a policy. A practiced procedure.
Why This Matters
Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. In the Caribbean, that is not background context. It is the operational season. For Guardian residency vessels, every element of our management system is designed around what happens when a named storm approaches.
The difference between a vessel that survives a hurricane and one that does not is rarely the storm itself. It is the preparation done weeks and months before the first advisory is issued.
The Protocol
Pre-Season Preparation (April through May)
Full mooring hardware inspection. Load testing of chain, shackles, and pennant lines. Replacement of any component approaching service limits. Additional storm lines staged on each mooring. Vessel condition baseline documented with photos and GPS coordinates logged for reference.
Watch Phase (Named Storm Forms, 5+ Days Out) Begins as soon as a named storm enters the Atlantic basin on a track that could affect the Dominican Republic. Owners receive their first notification at this stage — no action is required on your part. Comienza tan pronto como una tormenta nombrada entra en la cuenca del Atlántico con una trayectoria que podría afectar a la República Dominicana. Los propietarios reciben su primera notificación en esta etapa — no se requiere ninguna acción de tu parte.
Owner notification by WhatsApp and email with storm track projection. Vessel condition check and documentation. Additional chafe protection installed on mooring lines. Crew briefing on vessel-specific securing requirements. Digital Guard monitoring frequency increased.
Warning Phase (3 Days Out) The most critical preparation window. The second set of mooring lines added here is what separates a held vessel from a dragging one in a direct hit. Owner receives written confirmation of all completed actions. La ventana de preparación más crítica. El segundo conjunto de líneas de amarre que se agrega aquí es lo que diferencia una embarcación que aguanta de una que se desplaza en un impacto directo. El propietario recibe confirmación escrita de todas las acciones completadas.
Second set of mooring lines added to every Guardian vessel. All loose gear, canvas, and deck items secured or removed. Dinghy secured or hauled. Through-hulls verified closed. Bilge pumps tested and batteries confirmed at full charge. Owner receives written confirmation of all securing actions completed.
Active Phase (24 to 48 Hours)
Harbor crew on standby at the harbor station. Final securing checks completed before conditions deteriorate. Position monitoring via Digital Guard every 2 hours during the storm window. Continuous owner updates by WhatsApp as conditions and cell service allow. Post-passage initial assessment within 4 hours of conditions permitting safe harbor access.
Post-Storm Assessment (Within 24 Hours of All-Clear)
Full vessel inspection with photo documentation. Mooring hardware condition assessment. Damage report with photos sent to owner within 24 hours. Insurance documentation support if required. Mooring re-inspection and re-certification before next season cycle begins.
What Is Not Covered We are a managed mooring service, not a marine insurer. Vessel owners must maintain their own hull and liability insurance. Our role is to ensure your vessel faces any storm in the strongest possible prepared condition. Somos un servicio de amarre gestionado, no un asegurador marítimo. Los propietarios de embarcaciones deben mantener su propio seguro de casco y responsabilidad civil. Nuestro rol es asegurarnos de que tu embarcación enfrente cualquier tormenta en las mejores condiciones posibles.
We are not an insurance product. We do not guarantee zero damage in a major hurricane. No one should. What we guarantee is professional preparation, active monitoring, and immediate response. The best possible outcome given the conditions.
Luperon 12 operates under a managed mooring residency agreement, not a marine insurance contract. Vessel owners are responsible for maintaining their own hull and liability insurance. Our role is to provide redundant maintenance protocols, verified vigilance, and professional oversight so that your vessel faces any storm in the strongest possible condition.
Guardian Residency Includes Full Hurricane Protocol Coverage
Every phase. Every check. Every communication. Included in your Guardian residency at no additional cost.
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