 An intense hurricane occurred during the voyage south compelling the ship to jettison her guns.Nevertheless, she assisted the United States Marine Corps transport "Governor" – a sidewheel paddle steamer bound for Port Royal carrying 650 passengers, including a battalion of 385 United States Marines, and a cargo of 19,000 rounds of ammunition – taking "Governor" under tow after "Governor" became disabled during the storm.Despite her efforts, "Governor" foundered off Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, during the storm on 3 November 1861 with the loss of six lives.