Afd-24 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Afd-24 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 55.75 N,21 40.167 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.929167
  • Longitude: 21.669450
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AFD-24
Type Float/Floating Structure
Conspic Visual visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 9, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 1960
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H02243/45 22.5.45 H02243/45 22.5.45 ST CONSPIC IN 325545N, 214010E APPROX. - FNM 1268/45. 10.8.60 10.8.60 STPA CONSPIC IN 325545N, 214010E. NE 3355.
Last Amended Date Feb 24, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ORAN FOR TRINCOMALI UNDER TOW OF TUG HMS `HISPERIA'. WENT AGROUND TOGETHER WITH THE TUG WEST OF DERNA. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB 1952 & BRITAIN'S SEA WAR).

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FAQ

Where is the AFD-24 wreck located?

The AFD-24 wreck is located at coordinates 32 55.75 N,21 40.167 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AFD-24?

The seabed around the AFD-24 lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the AFD-24 sink?

The AFD-24 sank on Feb 9, 1945.

When was the wreck of the AFD-24 discovered?

The wreck of the AFD-24 was discovered in 1945.

What type of wreck is the AFD-24?

The AFD-24 is classified as a float/floating structure.

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