You are caught in a storm in your boat. what should you do? reduce speed and head into the waves at a 45-degree angle. lower an anchor from the stern and shut off the engine. hold onto metal objects if there is lightning. pour water into the bilge for added stability.

The answer is : reduce speed and head into the waves at a 45-degree angle. Navigation lights should be on and speed slowed to the minimum to maintain steering and headway. When heading to shore during a storm, the bow of the boat should approach the waves at a 45 degree angle.