Ocean Lady Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean lady Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 1 N,5 14 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.016667
  • Longitude: -5.233333
Water Depth 800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN LADY
Type tug
Flag PA
Tonnage 290
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 4, 2008
Original Detection Year 2008
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 12.1.08 SANK 8 MILES FROM CEUTA. (LL 5.1.08). POSN 3601.0N, 0514.0W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 12, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943. HAD BEEN ARRESTED AND HELD IN PORT FOR MONTHS. HAD BECOME A REFUGE FOR ILLEGAL IMMEGRANTS WHO ARE CONSIDERED TO HAVE SET THE TUG ALIGHT IN PROTEST AT REGULAR RAIDS. TOWED TO SEA AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN LADY wreck located?

The OCEAN LADY wreck is located at coordinates 36 1 N,5 14 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN LADY?

The seabed around the OCEAN LADY lies at approximately 800 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN LADY sink?

The OCEAN LADY sank on Jan 4, 2008.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN LADY discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN LADY was discovered in 2008.

What country did the OCEAN LADY belong to?

The OCEAN LADY belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN LADY?

The OCEAN LADY had a tonnage of 290 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN LADY?

The OCEAN LADY is classified as a tug.

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