A fully loaded container ship has an extremely high wind profile. During a full force hurricane the side wind forces are up to maximum design parameters. Add full force hurricane winds in addition to severe wave actions, you have a very dangerous situation.
Worse yet, if the top cargo shifts, it’s even worse...and finally if you lose propulsion, it’s TERMINAL.
If this ship doesn’t founder it will be a miracle.
God help all souls on board.
“Worse yet, if the top cargo shifts”
With no propulsion, a shift would be fatal for sure. Reports said the ship had a 15 degree list and was taking on water. It could have easily capsized. Prayers up for the crew.
Taking or ordering a ship to sail into the path of a cat 4 hurricane is a criminally negligent action IMO.