Port of Tampa closed

[RAYMORRA]

Onboard Carnival Paradise. We are docked at a cargo port outside of the channel. So far the port is closed to incoming vessels due to adverse weather conditions. It might be awhile as they are putting together some activities to keep us occupied while we wait.

[SkyMaster]

Well, at least you'll get a bit more time aboard the beautiful fun ship "Paradise". I'll bet Steve, the C.D. will come up with some fun things for you to do while waiting for the port to open. Better safe than sorry, as there is a lot of wind blowing right now! :eek:

 

"SKY"

[jimbo5544]

We were on the Legend and sat out there for 6 hours two years ago. Woke up and could see how thick the fog was, just sitting there.

[KirkNC]

Onboard Carnival Paradise. We are docked at a cargo port outside of the channel. So far the port is closed to incoming vessels due to adverse weather conditions. It might be awhile as they are putting together some activities to keep us occupied while we wait.

 

I am assuming it is fog?

[cruizinrican]

We board in 2 wks so I can understand the anticipation from those waiting to board today. How frustrating for all. Please be safe and try to enjoy your extra time aboard while you await word.

[belkin]

Most likely due to the wind. There is a wind advisory until 7pm here in Fort Myers it is blowing about 30mph with gusts.

[RuthlessBoss]

Most likely due to the wind. There is a wind advisory until 7pm here in Fort Myers it is blowing about 30mph with gusts.

 

Good grief, with the winds here, a fog wouldn't have a chance staying put:) With the temperatures here in the 50's, I doubt too many are out on deck

[cruiser fanatic]

I am assuming it is fog?

 

No, it is high winds.

[SkyMaster]

Just took a look at the Tampa Web Cam, and "Paradise" is still at the cargo pier. Wind here, about 40 miles East of Tampa is REALLY gusting. I can certainly understand why they don't want to put the ship in peril by putting her in that narrow channel to get to the regular pier. ;)

 

"SKY"

[elainmir]

We are on the Paradise next Thursday sailing to Coz and I was checking temps/water temps in Coz and noticed it said the port was closed to all vessels and water activities in Coz also...saw this thread and thought oh goodness I hope it calms down before we board on Thursday! ;) This is going to be awful for those who had flights leaving early....

[crusinpsychRN]

It's nasty outside today. We Floridians are freezing! Not used to this. When you have to wear socks with your sandals, that's COLD!!!

 

BRRRRRRR!

[griz400]

Yes, real windy here in Brandon Fl, about 12 miles from port !!:eek:

[FlaGrl4Evr]

I live in the Tampa Bay are and it is indeed WINDY and cool today. I'm not sure if the Paradise was held up by rough seas or fog but here is a pic of the Skyway Bridge in foggy conditions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Edited January 23, 2016 by FlaGrl4Evr

[Erica@cruisecritic]

From Carnival PR:

 

Today’s scheduled arrival of the Carnival Paradise at the Port of Tampa has been delayed given the current weather and sea conditions.

 

However, the vessel was able to dock at a cargo pier where it will remain until weather conditions improve and it can proceed to the cruise terminal. Guests departing on today’s voyage have been notified of the current situation and have been asked to delay their arrival to the cruise terminal until further notice.

[jimbo5544]

It's nasty outside today. We Floridians are freezing! Not used to this. When you have to wear socks with your sandals, that's COLD!!!

 

BRRRRRRR!

 

If you want I can post a picture of what nasty is here, just so you can put it in perspective.....

[KPfromCT]

It's nasty outside today. We Floridians are freezing! Not used to this. When you have to wear socks with your sandals, that's COLD!!!

 

BRRRRRRR!

 

I'm sorry I cannot sympathize with you. We are in the middle of a BLIZZARD up here in the Northeast.:D:D:D

 

I will gladly switch with you.:D;)

[RuthlessBoss]

If you want I can post a picture of what nasty is here, just so you can put it in perspective.....

 

So many of us that live here remember those days;);) Today has been our coldest in a long long time. We've brought out our old northern clothes to wear. Don't forget we have killer summers here, we really feel the cold effects.

 

What's going on there is all over every tv station.

[jimbo5544]

So many of us that live here remember those days;);) Today has been our coldest in a long long time. We've brought out our old northern clothes to wear. Don't forget we have killer summers here, we really feel the cold effects.

 

What's going on there is all over every tv station.

 

We were down in your neck of the woods last weekend. Saturday was nice, downhill from there (what the heck is up with the tornados???)

Edited January 23, 2016 by jimbo5544

[S.S.Oceanlover]

If you want I can post a picture of what nasty is here, just so you can put it in perspective.....

 

 

you mean like this Jim?

 

 

Bill

[ATL_Miami_Cruiser]

you mean like this Jim?

 

 

Bill

 

Couldn't pay me enough to move back up north and deal with that! 30 years of cold Boston weather and blizzards was enough for me!

[crazyfrazee]

I see she's moving now with a tug on each side.

[RAYMORRA]

We're moving towards the terminal now. About 3:45 they say we'll dock

[summersigh]

It's 2:50 and from the Tampa webcam it looks like she's being guided in to the cruise ship pier by tugs

[crewsweeper]

It's 2:50 and from the Tampa webcam it looks like she's being guided in to the cruise ship pier by tugs

Yep. that what's happening.

[cruizinrican]

It's doing its spin to face right way again, out to sea. Check it out http://www.porttampawebcam.com