What is Brash Ice Warning?
In this glossary, Brash Ice Warning refers to: Message issued by ice services or VTS indicating dangerous concentrations of brash ice likely to impede manoeuvring or clog sea intakes.
How is Brash Ice Warning used in maritime?
In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Icebreaker Control to convoy: Brash Ice Warning in Prince Christian Sound—brash depth two metres; maintain 100 metres astern distance and follow escort’s track on channel one-three."
Why does Brash Ice Warning matter in maritime?
Brash Ice Warning 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 Brash Ice Warning?
Brash Ice Warning is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.
What category does Brash Ice Warning belong to?
In this glossary, Brash Ice Warning 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.