Francesco Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Francesco Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 30.93 N,26 15.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.515500
  • Longitude: 26.266167
Water Depth 3700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCESCO
Type fishing vessel
Flag IT
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1993
Original Detection Year 1993
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH180/490/01 15.2.93 SANK APPROX 40M SE OF IERAPETRA, CRETE IN 343100N, 261600E APPROX. (LL, 3.2.93). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2003

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED TO BE IN DISTRESS DUE TO FLOODING AND BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS. WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SUBSEQUENTLY SANK. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCESCO wreck located?

The FRANCESCO wreck is located at coordinates 34 30.93 N,26 15.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCESCO?

The seabed around the FRANCESCO lies at approximately 3700 meters deep.

When did the FRANCESCO sink?

The FRANCESCO sank on Feb 1, 1993.

When was the wreck of the FRANCESCO discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCESCO was discovered in 1993.

What country did the FRANCESCO belong to?

The FRANCESCO belonged to IT.

What type of wreck is the FRANCESCO?

The FRANCESCO is classified as a fishing vessel.

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