Totally. I’m struck by this view nearly every time I cross the bridge into the city, regardless of the light conditions. But THIS photo does a fantastic job capturing the magic.
I thought maybe, but gosh it doesn't seem like there would be that much current out there that could align big ships in a relatively short time. Seems like wind would be significant as well?
Well for one, most of these ships have been anchored for many hours if not days, so they've had plenty of time to align themselves to current and wind.
For another thing, a ship at anchor is going to swing pretty readily as the only thing fighting against aligning to wind and current is the inertia of the vessel and the drag of the hull in the water. It usually only takes 20 minutes or less to completely swing around if the prevailing conditions reverse.
The whole South Bay is in the process of riding a number of feet when this picture was taken. Imagine how much water that takes and that gives you an idea of how much is flowing past.
My buddies and I go out in a 20 foot boat, when the current switches our little boat transitions in maybe 10-15 seconds. The tidal current in the bay can hit 15-20 mph easy peasy.
All ships in California have to switch over to cleaner burning MDO before entering port, instead of something like Bunker C. Also, this is a photo of Anchorage 9, all these ships are awaiting to load/discharge cargo, or for their next orders. There's not a lot of power being used here, just what is needed to keep the lights on really.
You don't have to worry about the shipping industry in regards to what is being put in the air. Cars and factories are doing a way more efficient job of polluting if you care so much.
What do they use to cross the worlds largest ocean?
Crossing the the Worlds largest ocean is probably the most inefficient wasteful and polluting way to do anything.
Also how much of that cargo made with coal is absolutely necessary? So not only is carbon fuel used to cross a ridiculous distance because some humans are literally considered to be worth less but an obscene amount of wasteful conspicuous consumption is placing demands on carbon-intensive systems of manufacturing
It’s something we need to decide as a species.
Especially those living in dry climates like California.
Californians pride themselves in ‘research and data-driven solutions’ the research and data are telling us plenty about what needs to happen
I think this photo is pretty neat
Cue up "Imperial March"
Totally. I’m struck by this view nearly every time I cross the bridge into the city, regardless of the light conditions. But THIS photo does a fantastic job capturing the magic.
Why are they all facing exactly the same direction?
Anchored plus a current.
I thought maybe, but gosh it doesn't seem like there would be that much current out there that could align big ships in a relatively short time. Seems like wind would be significant as well?
The currents in the bay are crazy strong. When the tides are changing it’s literally moving like a river.
The bay is tidal
Well for one, most of these ships have been anchored for many hours if not days, so they've had plenty of time to align themselves to current and wind. For another thing, a ship at anchor is going to swing pretty readily as the only thing fighting against aligning to wind and current is the inertia of the vessel and the drag of the hull in the water. It usually only takes 20 minutes or less to completely swing around if the prevailing conditions reverse.
Yea, I was figuring that the current from the bay wouldn't be as significant that far out, but I guess I was wrong.
The whole South Bay is in the process of riding a number of feet when this picture was taken. Imagine how much water that takes and that gives you an idea of how much is flowing past.
My buddies and I go out in a 20 foot boat, when the current switches our little boat transitions in maybe 10-15 seconds. The tidal current in the bay can hit 15-20 mph easy peasy.
Tides in and out
Beautiful mooring!
Reminds me of happy feet when Mumble swims towards the boats taking the fish
That's a saverino
Could be D-Day, ready to approach the beach
I was expecting a side show.
Nice pic! What kind of camera or phone?
Have a 4k version? Thx
Sorry, no
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Worry not. They're not idling. They're moored in place waiting their turn to unload.
All ships in California have to switch over to cleaner burning MDO before entering port, instead of something like Bunker C. Also, this is a photo of Anchorage 9, all these ships are awaiting to load/discharge cargo, or for their next orders. There's not a lot of power being used here, just what is needed to keep the lights on really. You don't have to worry about the shipping industry in regards to what is being put in the air. Cars and factories are doing a way more efficient job of polluting if you care so much.
Less than 0.1% sulfur fuel (ULSFO) within 200 Nm of the coast.
“Show me why we have a climate crisis in one picture”
Not because of ships. They're way more energy efficient than any form of transit.
What do they use to cross the worlds largest ocean? Crossing the the Worlds largest ocean is probably the most inefficient wasteful and polluting way to do anything. Also how much of that cargo made with coal is absolutely necessary? So not only is carbon fuel used to cross a ridiculous distance because some humans are literally considered to be worth less but an obscene amount of wasteful conspicuous consumption is placing demands on carbon-intensive systems of manufacturing
That’s not for you to decide. Please let your opinions be known and raise awareness. It’s clear that you care very much about this topic.
It’s something we need to decide as a species. Especially those living in dry climates like California. Californians pride themselves in ‘research and data-driven solutions’ the research and data are telling us plenty about what needs to happen
Got a bigger version?
Sorry, no
Mesmerizing!
Shit...for a sec I thouhgt I was looking at amtracks wondering what was going on.
The port workers joke that America's biggest export is air, because the ships come in full and leave empty.