Quiet Waters Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Quiet waters Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 6.67 N,1 20.37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.111167
  • Longitude: -1.339500
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name QUIET WATERS
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 8, 2011
Original Detection Year 2011
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date May 17, 2011

Surveying Details

SEP 2011/000092369 17.5.11 HARD AGROUND IN 6006.670N, 0120.37W [WGD]. (SHETLAND CG, FAX DTD 12.5.11). 17.5.11 WAS LYING TO PORT WITH WATER COVERING THE PORT QUARTER WHEN THE HELICOPTER ARRIVED. (SHETLAND TIMES.CO.UK). NOW TOTAL LOSS DUE TO BADLY DAMAGED HULL. STRONG SW'LY WINDS EXPECTED THIS WEEK. (TRAWERPHOTOS.CO.UK). INS AS ST. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

GROUNDED IN 40 KNOT WINDS. CREW OF 6 RECOVERED BY HELICOPTER.

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FAQ

Where is the QUIET WATERS wreck located?

The QUIET WATERS wreck is located at coordinates 60 6.67 N,1 20.37 W.

When did the QUIET WATERS sink?

The QUIET WATERS sank on May 8, 2011.

When was the wreck of the QUIET WATERS discovered?

The wreck of the QUIET WATERS was discovered in 2011.

What country did the QUIET WATERS belong to?

The QUIET WATERS belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the QUIET WATERS?

The QUIET WATERS is classified as a fishing vessel.

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