Meteorology

Gefrierregenwarnung

GMDSS forecast message indicating super-cooled rain likely to freeze on contact, causing rapid ice accretion on decks and rigging.

Quick answer: GMDSS forecast message indicating super-cooled rain likely to freeze on contact, causing rapid ice accretion on decks and rigging.

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Quick answer

GMDSS forecast message indicating super-cooled rain likely to freeze on contact, causing rapid ice accretion on decks and rigging.

Why it matters

Gefrierregenwarnung matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Gefrierregenwarnung?

In this glossary, Gefrierregenwarnung refers to: GMDSS forecast message indicating super-cooled rain likely to freeze on contact, causing rapid ice accretion on decks and rigging.

How is Gefrierregenwarnung used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Küstenfunk Nuuk: Gefrierregenwarnung für die Bucht von Nuuk, starke Vereisung der Aufbauten möglich; Schiffe Vorsicht und entsprechend enteisen, over."

Why does Gefrierregenwarnung matter in maritime?

Gefrierregenwarnung matters because it supports clear communication in Meteorology contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Gefrierregenwarnung?

Gefrierregenwarnung is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Gefrierregenwarnung belong to?

In this glossary, Gefrierregenwarnung is grouped under Meteorology. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

GMDSS forecast message indicating super-cooled rain likely to freeze on contact, causing rapid ice accretion on decks and rigging.

Operational example

Coast Radio Nuuk: Freezing rain warning for Nuuk Bay, risk of severe icing on superstructure; vessels exercise caution and de-ice accordingly, out.

Localized term

Gefrierregenwarnung

Localized example

Küstenfunk Nuuk: Gefrierregenwarnung für die Bucht von Nuuk, starke Vereisung der Aufbauten möglich; Schiffe Vorsicht und entsprechend enteisen, over.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Meteorology

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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