Question 1032Navigation General

The correct answer is C) a weather fax. The key to tracking a dangerous cyclonic storm is to monitor weather forecasts and warnings, which are typically disseminated via weather fax transmissions. Weather faxes provide up-to-date information on the location, intensity, and movement of storm systems, allowing mariners to plan their voyages accordingly and take appropriate safety precautions. The other options are incorrect because: A) the Coast Pilot or Sailing Directions provide general navigational information but do not contain real-time weather data; B) observing the sky overhead may provide some clues about the weather, but is not a reliable way to track the approach of a dangerous cyclonic storm; and D) the National Weather Service Observing Handbook No.1 is a reference for making surface weather observations, but does not provide the same level of comprehensive weather information as a weather fax.