Alert (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Obstruction Category foul ground
Alert (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 29.072 N,1 30.023 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.484533
  • Longitude: -1.500383
Water Depth 36 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALERT (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 59
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 31, 1918
Original Detection Year 2003
Original Source diver
Surveying Details HH100/351/20 22.7.03 HUGE PILE OF COAL WITH SHIP'S WHEEL ON TOP LOCATED IN 5529.072N, 0130.023W [WGD]. PILE IS 2MTRS HIGH. COULD BE 'ALERT'. (G BRUCE, EMAIL DTD 22.7.03). INS AS FOUL. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jul 22, 2003

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SEAHAM FOR PETERHEAD. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND DESTROYED BY BOMBS.

General Comments

PILE OF COAL WITH SHIP'S WHEEL ON TOP

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FAQ

Where is the ALERT (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ALERT (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 55 29.072 N,1 30.023 W.

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

The seabed around the ALERT (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 36 meters deep.

When did the ALERT (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ALERT (POSSIBLY) sank on May 31, 1918.

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

The wreck of the ALERT (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 2003.

What country did the ALERT (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ALERT (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ALERT (POSSIBLY)?

The ALERT (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 59 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALERT (POSSIBLY)?

The ALERT (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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