Vlasons-I (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing mast/masts
Vlasons-i (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 23.197 N,121 36.201 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.386617
  • Longitude: 121.603350
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name VLASONS-I (PROBABLY)
Type carrier
Flag PH
Length 90.8 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 2304
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 3, 1977
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1977
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 6.12.77 SANK OFF APARRI, N LUZON. (LL, 6.12.77). H4040/85 27.4.88 DW OF LARGE MERCHANTMAN, WITH ONLY ITS 3 MASTS SHOWING, IN 182312N, 1213612E. (TS JI FUNG, HN 21.3.88). INS AS DW MASTS. - NM 1464/88. HH552/350/01 12.5.89 MANILA NM 4(05)88 REFERS. NFA.
Last Amended Date Dec 9, 2021

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1948 BY HARISMA ZOSENKO, AIOI. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY VLASONS SHIPPING INC. PASSAGE PORT IRENE FOR MANILA. SANK DURING VERY HEAVY WEATHER CONDITIONS. NINE MEN LOST. (MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 18 23.197 N,121 36.201 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When did the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) sink?

The VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) sank on Dec 3, 1977.

When was the wreck of the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1977.

What country did the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) belong to?

The VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) belonged to PH.

What cargo was the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) carrying?

The VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY)?

The VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 2304 tons.

What type of wreck is the VLASONS-I (PROBABLY)?

The VLASONS-I (PROBABLY) is classified as a carrier.

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