Ebishu Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ebishu Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
29 48 S,31 37 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -29.800000
  • Longitude: 31.616667
Water Depth 1097 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EBISHU
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 15, 1967
Original Detection Year 1967
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1939/65 24.3.69 SANK 30M E OF DURBAN IN 400 FATHOMS. (LL NOV '67). POSN 294800S, 313700E FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 29, 2006

Circumstances of loss

HOLD & ENGINE ROOM SUDDENLY FLOODED. CREW PICKED UP. NO PROSPECT OF SALVAGE. (LL, NOV 1967).

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FAQ

Where is the EBISHU wreck located?

The EBISHU wreck is located at coordinates 29 48 S,31 37 E.

How deep is the seabed around the EBISHU?

The seabed around the EBISHU lies at approximately 1097 meters deep.

When did the EBISHU sink?

The EBISHU sank on Nov 15, 1967.

When was the wreck of the EBISHU discovered?

The wreck of the EBISHU was discovered in 1967.

What type of wreck is the EBISHU?

The EBISHU is classified as a fishing vessel.