Bum Ho No.1 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bum ho no.1 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		17 39 S,56 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -17.650000
  • Longitude: 56.616667
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BUM HO NO.1
Type fishing vessel
Flag KP
Tonnage 7241
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 20, 1979
Original Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1273/80 1.7.80 H1273/80 1.7.80 SANK IN 173900S, 563700E APPROX. (LL 9.4.80 & 14.6.80). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 5, 2019

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FISHING GROUNDS IN INDIAN OCEAN FOR PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS. SANK AFTER FIRE IN ENGINE-ROOM. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 17 39 S,56 37 E
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FAQ

Where is the BUM HO NO.1 wreck located?

The BUM HO NO.1 wreck is located at coordinates 17 39 S,56 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BUM HO NO.1?

The seabed around the BUM HO NO.1 lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the BUM HO NO.1 sink?

The BUM HO NO.1 sank on Nov 20, 1979.

When was the wreck of the BUM HO NO.1 discovered?

The wreck of the BUM HO NO.1 was discovered in 1980.

What country did the BUM HO NO.1 belong to?

The BUM HO NO.1 belonged to KP.

What was the tonnage of the BUM HO NO.1?

The BUM HO NO.1 had a tonnage of 7241 tons.

What type of wreck is the BUM HO NO.1?

The BUM HO NO.1 is classified as a fishing vessel.

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