Eastern Cloud Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Eastern cloud Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 25 N,74 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.416667
  • Longitude: -74.500000
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EASTERN CLOUD
Type motor vessel
Flag BS
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 12, 1975
Original Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 20.1.75 VESSEL SUNK IN 222500N, 743000W APPROX. (LL 219). IN OVER 2000MTRS. NCA.FOR FILING ONLY. H4003/81 23.1.84 NOT LOCATED DURING ROUTINE SURVEY OPERATIONS. NO SPECIAL SEARCH MADE. (NOAA SURVEY SHIP WHITING, US AWOIS 02942 JULY'83). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2006

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FOR HAITI. CAUGHT FIRE AND SANK WHEN OFF SOUTH TIP OF LONG ISLAND. SEVEN SURVIVORS, FOUR MISSING. (LL).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the EASTERN CLOUD wreck located?

The EASTERN CLOUD wreck is located at coordinates 22 25 N,74 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EASTERN CLOUD?

The seabed around the EASTERN CLOUD lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the EASTERN CLOUD sink?

The EASTERN CLOUD sank on Jan 12, 1975.

When was the wreck of the EASTERN CLOUD discovered?

The wreck of the EASTERN CLOUD was discovered in 1975.

What country did the EASTERN CLOUD belong to?

The EASTERN CLOUD belonged to BS.

What type of wreck is the EASTERN CLOUD?

The EASTERN CLOUD is classified as a motor vessel.

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