Cetus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Cetus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 23 N,121 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.383333
  • Longitude: 121.616667
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name CETUS
Type motor vessel
Flag PH
Length 53.3 m
Width 9.1 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 738
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 26, 1955
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1955
Original Source other
Surveying Details 25.9.72 SANK AT MOUTH OF CAGAYAN RIVER. (DODS). NCA, POSN 182300N, 1213700E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Oct 16, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY ODENBACH SB CORP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MADRIGAL SHIPPING. OIL ENGINE. CAPSIZED AND SANK IN HEAVY SEAS AT THE MOUTH OF THE CAGAYAN RIVER, PHILIPPINES WITH THE LOSS OF 21 OF 30 CREW. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the CETUS wreck located?

The CETUS wreck is located at coordinates 18 23 N,121 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CETUS?

The seabed around the CETUS lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the CETUS sink?

The CETUS sank on Nov 26, 1955.

When was the wreck of the CETUS discovered?

The wreck of the CETUS was discovered in 1955.

What country did the CETUS belong to?

The CETUS belonged to PH.

What was the tonnage of the CETUS?

The CETUS had a tonnage of 738 tons.

What type of wreck is the CETUS?

The CETUS is classified as a motor vessel.

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