Thita Horizon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Thita horizon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
17 32.5 N,120 21.3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 17.541667
  • Longitude: 120.355000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THITA HORIZON
Type ferry
Flag VC
Length 64 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 997
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 18, 1988
Original Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H1274/88 25.7.88 H1274/88 25.7.88 AGROUND OFF CAOAYAN, ILOCOS SUR PROVINCE, LUZON. (LL 21.7.88). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 31, 2006

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED LOSING RUDDER CONTROL WHILE BEING BATTERED BY LARGE WAVES DURING TYPHOON 'WARREN'. WAS DRIVEN AGROUND AND ABANDONED. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the THITA HORIZON wreck located?

The THITA HORIZON wreck is located at coordinates 17 32.5 N,120 21.3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the THITA HORIZON?

The seabed around the THITA HORIZON lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the THITA HORIZON sink?

The THITA HORIZON sank on Jul 18, 1988.

When was the wreck of the THITA HORIZON discovered?

The wreck of the THITA HORIZON was discovered in 1988.

What country did the THITA HORIZON belong to?

The THITA HORIZON belonged to VC.

What was the tonnage of the THITA HORIZON?

The THITA HORIZON had a tonnage of 997 tons.

What type of wreck is the THITA HORIZON?

The THITA HORIZON is classified as a ferry.