Hundreds of passengers on four Cook Straight ferries were delayed for hours on Tuesday night as strong south-east gales made docking in Picton Harbour impossible. According to reports, gales in excess of 40 knots gusted down Picton harbour, forcing ferries to seek calmer water in the Sounds. “The Feronia docked at around 10pm last night and the Straitsman around 1am this morning,” the spokesman said. READ MORE:* Ferry berths after strong winds cause 12-hour delay* Big brother is watching you … while you are boating* Coronavirus: 'Do not attempt to go boating' during lockdown“Both ships are running today but with significant delays to our services. Ports Manager Rhys Welbourn said the ferries had been assisted with docking following normal procedures during high wind events.

Source: Stuff February 16, 2021 23:15 UTC