Medhufaaru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Medhufaaru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		6 48.496 N,79 49.801 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 6.808267
  • Longitude: 79.830017
Water Depth 28 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEDHUFAARU
Type motor vessel
Flag MV
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 31, 2009
Original Detection Year 2009
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details SEP2009/000041192 2.6.09 SANK IN 0648.4756N, 7949.6810E [?WGD]. NOT VISIBLE ABOVE WATER. (CAPTAIN R A JAYAWICKREMA, HM, SRI LANKA PORTS AUTHORITY, EMAIL DTD 1.6.09). WAIT CONFIRMATION. NCA. SEP2009/000041192 3.6.09 DATUM CONFIRMED AS CHART DATUM. POSN WAS FROM COLUMBO PORT CONTROL. (CAPTAIN R A JAYAWICKREMA, HM, SRI LANKA PORTS AUTHORITY, EMAIL DTD 2.6.09). INS AS DW IN 0648.476N, 7949.681 [KAN]. - NM 3370/09.
Last Amended Date Jun 4, 2009
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FAQ

Where is the MEDHUFAARU wreck located?

The MEDHUFAARU wreck is located at coordinates 6 48.496 N,79 49.801 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MEDHUFAARU?

The seabed around the MEDHUFAARU lies at approximately 28 meters deep.

When did the MEDHUFAARU sink?

The MEDHUFAARU sank on May 31, 2009.

When was the wreck of the MEDHUFAARU discovered?

The wreck of the MEDHUFAARU was discovered in 2009.

What country did the MEDHUFAARU belong to?

The MEDHUFAARU belonged to MV.

What type of wreck is the MEDHUFAARU?

The MEDHUFAARU is classified as a motor vessel.

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