Zephyros (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Zephyros (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 2.355 N,1 25.563 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.039250
  • Longitude: -1.426050
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 121.9 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 5.4
Tonnage 4796
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 26, 1947
Original Detection Year 1948
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source naval vessel
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2019

Surveying Details

H7138/48 29.10.48 ST IN 550221N, 012528W. (HMS SHARPSHOOTER). - NM 2423/48. H2433/71 22.4.71 NOT SHOWN ON ISS SURVEY K6040/1 KL (ISS 1970). H2189/71 22.5.72 NOT SEEN BY ECHO'S BOAT IN 1970(ISS 1971). HH090/796/01 6.1.99 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AS TOO CLOSE INSHORE FOR INVESTIGATION. REPORTED BY LOCAL DIVERS TO BE THE WRECK OF 'ZEPHYRUS'. STATED TO BE BETEEN TWO REEFS IN BROWN'S BAY. (GARDLINE, HI 796). AMENDED TO WK (NO DEPTH SPECIFIED). BR STD. SEP 2019/000043627 2019 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2019). (MERITAITO, HI 1513). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-CHERRY BRANCH, EX-DUNEDIN. BUILT IN 1909 BY C CONELL & CO LTD, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ZEPJHYROS SS CO LTD. THREE BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 513NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE ROUEN FOR THE TYNE. DRIVEN ASHORE BY A BLIZZARD AND HEAVY SEAS. CREW WALKED ASHORE THE NEXT DAY. HOLED AND BECAME CTL. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 2.355 N,1 25.563 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) sank on Feb 26, 1947.

When was the wreck of the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1948.

What country did the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) belonged to GR.

What cargo was the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY)?

The ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 4796 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY)?

The ZEPHYROS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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