Herlille Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Herlille Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 2 S,18 17 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -34.033333
  • Longitude: 18.283333
Water Depth 51 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERLILLE
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 18, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 18.1.78 18.1.78 WK IN 340200S, 181700E 10M S OF SLANGKOP OFF CAPE TOWN. (LL VOL.231). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date May 26, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1962. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY MR. OSWALD ANDERSON. OF THE 10 CREW FOUR LIVES WERE LOST WHEN HER LOAD SHIFTED IN HEAVY SEAS OVERNIGHT & SHE SANK OFF SLANGKOP. (LL VOL.231)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 34 2 S,18 17 E
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FAQ

Where is the HERLILLE wreck located?

The HERLILLE wreck is located at coordinates 34 2 S,18 17 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HERLILLE?

The seabed around the HERLILLE lies at approximately 51 meters deep.

When did the HERLILLE sink?

The HERLILLE sank on Jan 18, 1978.

When was the wreck of the HERLILLE discovered?

The wreck of the HERLILLE was discovered in 1978.

What country did the HERLILLE belong to?

The HERLILLE belonged to ZA.

What cargo was the HERLILLE carrying?

The HERLILLE was carrying fish.

What type of wreck is the HERLILLE?

The HERLILLE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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