Florita Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Florita Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		14 14.25 N,81 9.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 14.237500
  • Longitude: -81.158333
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water
Name FLORITA
Type motor vessel
Flag PA
Tonnage 623
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 3, 1964
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1986
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Aug 6, 2008

Simplified Wreck Survey

The wreck of the FLORITA is a submerged maritime obstruction located at coordinates 14 14.25 N, 81 9.5 W in the Caribbean Sea. Initially reported in 1969, the site was later charted as a dangerous wreck at 14 14.48 N, 81 09.30 W. This underwater obstacle remains a point of interest for navigation and maritime historical records within the region. Historical survey data, including USNM 2401/68 and US 28000, identifies the Florita as a submerged structural hazard positioned off the coast of the Nicaraguan Rise. Mariners should exercise caution when navigating near these coordinates, as the wreck structure may be well broken or present an underwater hazard to vessels.

Surveying Details

H2166/66 20.6.69 H2166/66 20.6.69 ST PD REPD IN 141400N, 810900W. (USNM 2401/68). NCA. 7.11.86 7.11.86 SHOWN AS DW IN 141448N, 810930W ON US 28000 [EDN 74 1985]. BR STD.

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FAQ

Where is the FLORITA wreck located?

The FLORITA wreck is located at coordinates 14 14.25 N,81 9.5 W.

When did the FLORITA sink?

The FLORITA sank on Feb 3, 1964.

When was the wreck of the FLORITA discovered?

The wreck of the FLORITA was discovered in 1969.

What country did the FLORITA belong to?

The FLORITA belonged to PA.

What cargo was the FLORITA carrying?

The FLORITA was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the FLORITA?

The FLORITA had a tonnage of 623 tons.

What type of wreck is the FLORITA?

The FLORITA is classified as a motor vessel.

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