Flora Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Flora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 12 S,66 28 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -45.200000
  • Longitude: -66.466667
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FLORA
Type frigate
Flag CL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1925
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Last Amended Date Jul 25, 2019

Surveying Details

H7719/25 15.10.25 H7719/25 15.10.25 ST SANK 160DEGS, 200MTRS [1.1C] FROM VIANA BN. THE BOWSPRIT IS VISIBLE. (BUENOS AIRES NM 81/25). NCA. H7719/25 15.11.25 H7719/25 15.11.25 REPORTED TO LIE IN 160DEGS, 1200MTRS FROM VIANA BN. (BUENOS AIRES NM 95/25). NCA, POSN 451200S, 662800W FOR FILING ONLY. 14.6.76 14.6.76 THE WK OF THE CHILEAN FRIGATE 'FLORA' IS REPORTED TO LIE 160DEGS, 1200MTRS FROM VIANA BN. IT DOES NOT UNCOVER. (ARGENTINE PILOT VOL.2) CONSIDERED TO BE SAME AS [51490] (QV).

Circumstances of loss

CAUGHT FIRE, ABANDONED AND FOUNDERED IN THE VICINITY OF THE VIANA ISLANDS, BAHIA BUSTAMANTE. (BUENOS AIRES NM 81/25).

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FAQ

Where is the FLORA wreck located?

The FLORA wreck is located at coordinates 45 12 S,66 28 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FLORA?

The seabed around the FLORA lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the FLORA discovered?

The wreck of the FLORA was discovered in 1925.

What country did the FLORA belong to?

The FLORA belonged to CL.

What type of wreck is the FLORA?

The FLORA is classified as a frigate.

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