Northern Samar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Northern samar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		13 21.75 N,123 44.427 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 13.362500
  • Longitude: 123.740450
Water Depth 38 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORTHERN SAMAR
Type ferry
Flag PH
Length 49 m
Width 12.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 466
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 12, 2006
Original Detection Year 2006
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details HH552/545/03 27.6.06 HH552/545/03 27.6.06 REPORTELY SUNK 50MTRS FROM TABACO PT, TABACO BAY IN 1321.750N, 12344.427E [UND]. (PHILLIPPINE NM 5/97T/06). INS AS DW. - NM 3378/06.
Last Amended Date Jun 27, 2006

Circumstances of loss

EX-SAKURAJUMA MARY NO6 '78. BUILT IN 1960 BY TAIYO ZOSEN KK, NAGASAKI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY EUGENIA TABINAS, LEGASPI, PHILLIPINES. TWO OIL ENGINES FOR TOTAL 1400BHP. (LR).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 13 21.75 N,123 44.427 E
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FAQ

Where is the NORTHERN SAMAR wreck located?

The NORTHERN SAMAR wreck is located at coordinates 13 21.75 N,123 44.427 E.

How deep is the seabed around the NORTHERN SAMAR?

The seabed around the NORTHERN SAMAR lies at approximately 38 meters deep.

When did the NORTHERN SAMAR sink?

The NORTHERN SAMAR sank on May 12, 2006.

When was the wreck of the NORTHERN SAMAR discovered?

The wreck of the NORTHERN SAMAR was discovered in 2006.

What country did the NORTHERN SAMAR belong to?

The NORTHERN SAMAR belonged to PH.

What was the tonnage of the NORTHERN SAMAR?

The NORTHERN SAMAR had a tonnage of 466 tons.

What type of wreck is the NORTHERN SAMAR?

The NORTHERN SAMAR is classified as a ferry.

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