Is-Ola Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Is-ola Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		77 20 N,24 30 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 77.333333
  • Longitude: 24.500000
Water Depth 50 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name IS-OLA
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 171
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 19, 1977
Bottom Texture Clay
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 11.8.78 ABANDONED AFTER FIRE WHEN IN ICE-PACK OFF EDGE ISLAND, SVALBARD. (LL, 11.8.78). POSN 772000N, 243000E FOR FILING ONLY. 9.2.02 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 505 [1983 EDN]. NOT SHOWN ON NC 3137. SEP 2015/000244106 20.11.15 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEIGN 505 [COR 31.8.15] OR ON NO2A4436 [ED1.10, DTD 15.10.2014]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2014

Circumstances of loss

8.6.78 CAUGHT FIRE WHEN IN ICE-PACK OFF EDGE ISLAND, SVALBARD, WHILST ENGAGED IN SEAL FISHING, AND WAS ABANDONED. SUBSEQUENTLY REGARDED AS 'LOST'. (LL, 8.6.78 & 11.8.78).

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FAQ

Where is the IS-OLA wreck located?

The IS-OLA wreck is located at coordinates 77 20 N,24 30 E.

How deep is the seabed around the IS-OLA?

The seabed around the IS-OLA lies at approximately 50 meters deep.

When did the IS-OLA sink?

The IS-OLA sank on Sep 19, 1977.

When was the wreck of the IS-OLA discovered?

The wreck of the IS-OLA was discovered in 1977.

What country did the IS-OLA belong to?

The IS-OLA belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the IS-OLA?

The IS-OLA had a tonnage of 171 tons.

What type of wreck is the IS-OLA?

The IS-OLA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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