Elounda Day Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Elounda day Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 9 N,154 10 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.150000
  • Longitude: -154.166667
Water Depth 5500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ELOUNDA DAY
Type bulk carrier
Flag PA
Length 201.2 m
Width 27.7 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 20913
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo minerals
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 23, 1990
Original Detection Year 1990
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details HH131/350/01 14.1.91 LAST SEEN IN 360900N, 1541000W. (LL 27.12.90). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 14, 2009

Circumstances of loss

DEVELOPED TWO CRACKS IN HULL DUE TO HEAVY WEATHER WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM VANCOUVER AND TOOK IN WATER IN NO 2 HOLD. CARGO OF POTASH CLOGGED PUMPS. ALTERED COURSE FOR HONOLULU BUT EVENTUALLY WAS ABANDONED BY CREW AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the ELOUNDA DAY wreck located?

The ELOUNDA DAY wreck is located at coordinates 36 9 N,154 10 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ELOUNDA DAY?

The seabed around the ELOUNDA DAY lies at approximately 5500 meters deep.

When did the ELOUNDA DAY sink?

The ELOUNDA DAY sank on Dec 23, 1990.

When was the wreck of the ELOUNDA DAY discovered?

The wreck of the ELOUNDA DAY was discovered in 1990.

What country did the ELOUNDA DAY belong to?

The ELOUNDA DAY belonged to PA.

What cargo was the ELOUNDA DAY carrying?

The ELOUNDA DAY was carrying minerals.

What was the tonnage of the ELOUNDA DAY?

The ELOUNDA DAY had a tonnage of 20913 tons.

What type of wreck is the ELOUNDA DAY?

The ELOUNDA DAY is classified as a bulk carrier.

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