Frances Marie Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frances marie Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		27 43.09 N,15 35.11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 27.718167
  • Longitude: -15.585167
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRANCES MARIE
Type fishing vessel
Flag PA
Tonnage 242
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1968
Original Detection Year 1968
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H6011/59 18.3.69 H6011/59 18.3.69 REPORTED SUNK OFF MASPALOMAS. (LLOYDS LIST DEC'68). POSN 274300N, 153500W FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 3, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK OFF MASPALOMAS, GRAND CANARIA, AFTER DEVELOPING A LEAK IN ENGINE ROOM IN HEAVY WEATHER. CREW RESCUED. (LLOYDS 194).

General Comments

WOODEN HULL

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FAQ

Where is the FRANCES MARIE wreck located?

The FRANCES MARIE wreck is located at coordinates 27 43.09 N,15 35.11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRANCES MARIE?

The seabed around the FRANCES MARIE lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the FRANCES MARIE sink?

The FRANCES MARIE sank on Dec 6, 1968.

When was the wreck of the FRANCES MARIE discovered?

The wreck of the FRANCES MARIE was discovered in 1968.

What country did the FRANCES MARIE belong to?

The FRANCES MARIE belonged to PA.

What was the tonnage of the FRANCES MARIE?

The FRANCES MARIE had a tonnage of 242 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRANCES MARIE?

The FRANCES MARIE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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