Myrnes (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Myrnes (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		64 54.9 N,12 20 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 64.915000
  • Longitude: -12.333333
Water Depth 160 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MYRNES (POSSIBLY)
Type fishing vessel
Flag NO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 4, 1959
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1959
Last Detection Year 1959
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 24, 2007

Surveying Details

H5107/59 18.9.59 VESSEL POSSIBLY SUNK IN 651800N, 120600W APPROX BY AN EXPLOSION. NO SURVIVORS. (HMS TROLL, MESSAGES). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. H5107/59 16.12.59 TRAWLER FOULED A WRECK IN 645454N, 122000W. (HMS TROLL, MESSAGE 27.10.59). FOR FILING ONLY. 24.11.07 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 71 [INT 1101] [MAY '07 EDN, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. LEAVE AS FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SUNK BY AN EXPLOSION. NO SURVIVORS. (HMS TROLL)

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FAQ

Where is the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 64 54.9 N,12 20 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MYRNES (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 160 meters deep.

When did the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 4, 1959.

When was the wreck of the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1959.

What country did the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What type of wreck is the MYRNES (POSSIBLY)?

The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.

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