Maria Belinda Iii Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Maria belinda iii Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 53 N,125 19 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.883333
  • Longitude: 125.316667
Water Depth 800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MARIA BELINDA III
Type carrier
Flag PH
Tonnage 268
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo chemicals,sand
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 14, 1990
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH552/350/01 13.9.90 SANK AT BENNET POINT (?BINIT PT), LEYTE. WILL NOT BE SALVAGED DUE TO DEPTH. (LL 281). POSN 095300N, 1251900E FOR FILING ONLY. IN 800MTRS.
Last Amended Date Mar 2, 2006

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1966. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CANDANO SHIPPING LINES INC, MANILA. PASSAGE BOHOL FOR SURIGAO. CAPSIZED & SANK DUE TO HUGE WAVES CAUSED BY TYPHOON 'YANCY'. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the MARIA BELINDA III wreck located?

The MARIA BELINDA III wreck is located at coordinates 9 53 N,125 19 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MARIA BELINDA III?

The seabed around the MARIA BELINDA III lies at approximately 800 meters deep.

When did the MARIA BELINDA III sink?

The MARIA BELINDA III sank on Aug 14, 1990.

When was the wreck of the MARIA BELINDA III discovered?

The wreck of the MARIA BELINDA III was discovered in 1990.

What country did the MARIA BELINDA III belong to?

The MARIA BELINDA III belonged to PH.

What cargo was the MARIA BELINDA III carrying?

The MARIA BELINDA III was carrying chemicals,sand.

What was the tonnage of the MARIA BELINDA III?

The MARIA BELINDA III had a tonnage of 268 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARIA BELINDA III?

The MARIA BELINDA III is classified as a carrier.

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