Okelele Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Okelele Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 55 N,72 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.916667
  • Longitude: -72.833333
Water Depth 1153 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OKELELE
Type ferry
Flag HT
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 11, 1986
Original Detection Year 1986
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3731/69 22.12.86 SANK OFF LA GONAVE ISLAND. (LL 14 & 15.11.86). NCA, POSN 185500N, 725000W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 3, 2009

Circumstances of loss

14.11.86 SANK WHILE ON ROUTINE TRIP BETWEEN MONT-ROUIS FOR ILE DE LA GONAVE. AT LEAST 131 PEOPLE DROWNED OR MISSING ONLY 19 SURVIVORS. (LL 14.11.86).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the OKELELE wreck located?

The OKELELE wreck is located at coordinates 18 55 N,72 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OKELELE?

The seabed around the OKELELE lies at approximately 1153 meters deep.

When did the OKELELE sink?

The OKELELE sank on Nov 11, 1986.

When was the wreck of the OKELELE discovered?

The wreck of the OKELELE was discovered in 1986.

What country did the OKELELE belong to?

The OKELELE belonged to HT.

What type of wreck is the OKELELE?

The OKELELE is classified as a ferry.

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