Karimona Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Karimona Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		19 15 S,12 39 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -19.250000
  • Longitude: 12.650000
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name KARIMONA
Type fishing vessel
Flag ZA
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 23, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1980
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 3.11.71 3.11.71 ST N OF MOWE POINT, ABANDONED & BREAKING UP. (LL VOLS.205 & 206). NCA. 23.11.71 23.11.71 ST IN 191500S, 123900E. (SOUTH AFRICAN, YOUNGSFIELD, NM 67/71). H3211/71 19.12.71 H3211/71 19.12.71 INS ST. BA 1806. H6110/69 28.5.80 H6110/69 28.5.80 DELETED. WRECK HAS DISINTERGRATED. (SAN NM 49/80). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date May 21, 2010
WRECK MAP LOADING ... 19 15 S,12 39 E
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FAQ

Where is the KARIMONA wreck located?

The KARIMONA wreck is located at coordinates 19 15 S,12 39 E.

How deep is the seabed around the KARIMONA?

The seabed around the KARIMONA lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the KARIMONA sink?

The KARIMONA sank on Sep 23, 1971.

When was the wreck of the KARIMONA discovered?

The wreck of the KARIMONA was discovered in 1971.

What country did the KARIMONA belong to?

The KARIMONA belonged to ZA.

What type of wreck is the KARIMONA?

The KARIMONA is classified as a fishing vessel.

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