January 2014 has proved to be a challenging month for Dewees Owners and Staff.
Frigid winter weather periodically throughout the month created unusual opportunities for staff.
Winter hardened Northerner Ryan teaches Robert the finer points of ice and snow removal on Dewees IOP docks.
Staff risk icy roads to get the ferry going and report to work early Thursday morning after the day and a half Charleston ice storm shutdown.
A special commendation goes to Fire Chief Randy Snipes and fireman Kevin Cordell who rode out the storm on Dewees.
They cleared downed trees from the roads for fire truck and owner access. Also kept buildings and ramps accessible.
Most importantly roads were cleared for that most intrepid of Deweesians the Wednesday morning Ladies Round Table Group who were undaunted by the storm and met during icy , sleeting conditions at the Huyler House for coffee and tea.
FERRY FLEET HAPPENINGS
The Dewees Breeze electronic gear shift mechanism failed last week causing us to use the 6 passenger 25 ft.Parker.Thanks to quick action by Tripp Hannah POA Port Captain a new under warranty mechanism was installed and the ferry was back in service in two days.
The Dewees Islander is in the boat yard for the Coast Guard annual inspection , engine replacement,bottom paint and miscellaneous repairs.We have been delayed in our work because of the unseasonable weather, but expect the boat to return to service next week .
Dewees Lady Sold
1.27.2014 a truck picked up the Lady to transport her to the new owner in Maryland. Thus ends the history for Dewees of a much maligned but stalwart craft.
Temperatures Plummet into the Teens
Intrepid Dewees Staff take the conditions in stride.
Captain Rick & Crew Tim insulated against the cold. Keep the Ferry on schedule.
7.00 am Robert Fischer (POA Maintenance) reports ready for action /work.
Yes, that is ice on the shore.
Paul & Ryan , Dewees Utility repair a water main leak on Dewees Inlet
Robert & Fire Chief Randy Snipes replace shattered water lines at Dewees front dock
A number of Homes on Dewees suffered broken water inlet lines from two days of freezing temperatures.
To prevent water loss the Utility has turned off the water to the homes affected and informed the owner.
Home Owners are encouraged to call your maintenance person to check your home for potential leaks.
Its currently 58 degrees and Sunny on Dewees
