Yuk Yat No 8 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Yuk yat no 8 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
22 19.5 N,113 59.75 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.325000
  • Longitude: 113.995833
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YUK YAT NO 8
Type tug
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1993
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1993
Last Detection Year 2003
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH550/406/01 14.5.93 SANK IN 221930N, 1135945E APPROX. (LL, 29.4.93) NCA YET, AWAIT HONG KONG ACTION. 14.7.03 NOT SHOWN ON HONG KONG 1502 [FEB '03 EDN, ADOPTION]. SOURCE DATA DIAGRAM SHOWS AREA SURVEYED 1998-1999. AMENDED TO DEAD. NC 4122.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2006

Circumstances of loss

29.4.93 CAPSIZED AND SANK WITH LIGHTER STILL ATTACHED, THE 3 CREWMEN RESCUED BY PASSING PLEASURE CRAFT. (LL, 29.4.93)

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FAQ

Where is the YUK YAT NO 8 wreck located?

The YUK YAT NO 8 wreck is located at coordinates 22 19.5 N,113 59.75 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YUK YAT NO 8?

The seabed around the YUK YAT NO 8 lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the YUK YAT NO 8 sink?

The YUK YAT NO 8 sank on Apr 29, 1993.

When was the wreck of the YUK YAT NO 8 discovered?

The wreck of the YUK YAT NO 8 was discovered in 1993.

What type of wreck is the YUK YAT NO 8?

The YUK YAT NO 8 is classified as a tug.