Etolos Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Etolos Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 0 S,35 55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -19.000000
  • Longitude: 35.916667
Water Depth 15 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ETOLOS
Type motor vessel
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 14, 1982
Original Detection Year 1982
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Dec 18, 2006

Surveying Details

H3079/72 24.9.82 H3079/72 24.9.82 REPORTED AGROUND LYING AT ENTRANCE TO SALINA RIVER, ZAMBESI DELTA IN 190400S, 355500E. AGROUND FULL LENGTH WITH STERN IN 16FT (5MTRS). ABOUT 100MTRS FROM HW MARK. (LL 249). POSN 190000S, 355500E FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE DURBAN FOR ITALY. GROUNDED OFF ZAMBEZE DELTA. WAS LATER FOUND TO BE RANSACKED, LOOTED & FLOODED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the ETOLOS wreck located?

The ETOLOS wreck is located at coordinates 19 0 S,35 55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ETOLOS?

The seabed around the ETOLOS lies at approximately 15 meters deep.

When did the ETOLOS sink?

The ETOLOS sank on Aug 14, 1982.

When was the wreck of the ETOLOS discovered?

The wreck of the ETOLOS was discovered in 1982.

What cargo was the ETOLOS carrying?

The ETOLOS was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What type of wreck is the ETOLOS?

The ETOLOS is classified as a motor vessel.

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