VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Marina professionals are urging boat owners to check their vessels and make necessary preparations as strong winds and changing tides approach Virginia Beach.

At Rudee's Inlet Station Marina, boat owners are adding extra fenders and checking lines to ensure their vessels can withstand the coming weather conditions.

"You know that you have appropriate fenders, add fenders knowing that the boat is going to move at the dock in substantial wind and current and tide," said Allen Newsome, owner of Marina Electric Unlimited.

Newsome emphasized that boat owners should take several precautions before severe weather hits.

"First of all, make sure your insurance is paid, second of all, me being in the electrical business, make sure your batteries are good, turn off all non-e

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