Myrnes (Possibly) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Myrnes (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
64 54.9 N,12 20 W |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 64.915000
- Longitude: -12.333333
|
| Water Depth |
160 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Mean Low Water Springs |
| Name |
MYRNES (POSSIBLY) |
|
Type
|
fishing vessel
|
| Flag |
NO |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Sep 4, 1959
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1959 |
| Last Detection Year |
1959 |
| Original Source |
naval vessel |
| Last Amended Date |
Nov 24, 2007 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The wreck of the vessel possibly identified as the MYRNES is located in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Iceland at coordinates 64 54.9 N, 12 20 W. Historical records indicate that a trawler fouled an underwater obstruction at these specific coordinates in 1959. Previous reports suggested a vessel may have sunk nearby due to an explosion, though early data remained unconfirmed. The wreck is currently recorded for filing purposes and is not depicted on current nautical charts, including the Icelandic 71 INT 1101 chart. This underwater wreck remains an unverified obstruction in the North Atlantic region.
Surveying Details
H5107/59 18.9.59 VESSEL POSSIBLY SUNK IN 651800N, 120600W APPROX BY AN EXPLOSION. NO SURVIVORS. (HMS TROLL, MESSAGES). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. H5107/59 16.12.59 TRAWLER FOULED A WRECK IN 645454N, 122000W. (HMS TROLL, MESSAGE 27.10.59). FOR FILING ONLY. 24.11.07 NOT SHOWN ON ICELANDIC 71 [INT 1101] [MAY '07 EDN, LARGEST SCALE ADOPTION]. LEAVE AS FOR FILING ONLY.
Circumstances of loss
VESSEL SUNK BY AN EXPLOSION. NO SURVIVORS. (HMS TROLL)
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
64 54.9 N,12 20 W
Myrnes (Possibly) on Wreck Map
Myrnes (Possibly) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?
The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 64 54.9 N,12 20 W.
How deep is the seabed around the MYRNES (POSSIBLY)?
The seabed around the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 160 meters deep.
When did the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) sink?
The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 4, 1959.
When was the wreck of the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) discovered?
The wreck of the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1959.
What country did the MYRNES (POSSIBLY) belong to?
The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.
What type of wreck is the MYRNES (POSSIBLY)?
The MYRNES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a fishing vessel.