Medina 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
Medina Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 56.7 N,22 3.4 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.945000
  • Longitude: 22.056667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name MEDINA
Type motor vessel
Flag CY
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 4, 1973
Original Detection Year 1973
Last Detection Year 2022
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 16.11.73 STRANDED NEAR RISTNA, DAGO ISLAND. (LLOYDS VOL.214) NCA, POSN 585700N, 220300E FOR FILING ONLY. 6.5.06 ST SHOWN IN 5856.7N, 2203.4E [WGD] ON ESTONIA 620 [1ST EDN 2001]. INSIDE 20MTR COASTAL CONTOUR.
Last Amended Date Apr 27, 2022

Circumstances of loss

BEACHED AND ABANDONED BY CREW NEAR RISTNA, DAGO ISLAND, AFTER DEVELOPING A LEAK IN NO.2 HOLD WHILST ON PASSAGE HELSINKI FOR OSKARSHAMN. (LLOYDS VOL.214)

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FAQ

Where is the MEDINA wreck located?

The MEDINA wreck is located at coordinates 58 56.7 N,22 3.4 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MEDINA?

The seabed around the MEDINA lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the MEDINA sink?

The MEDINA sank on Nov 4, 1973.

When was the wreck of the MEDINA discovered?

The wreck of the MEDINA was discovered in 1973.

What country did the MEDINA belong to?

The MEDINA belonged to CY.

What cargo was the MEDINA carrying?

The MEDINA was carrying ballast.

What type of wreck is the MEDINA?

The MEDINA is classified as a motor vessel.

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