Slns Edithara Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Slns edithara Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		9 49.32 N,80 1.78 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 9.822000
  • Longitude: 80.029667
Water Depth 7 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SLNS EDITHARA
Type tug
Flag LK
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1994
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source local port authority
Surveying Details HH506/400/01 1.11.94 WK OF 'A516' AND TUG 'DHEERA' IN 094912N, 800154E [KAN]. (SRI LANKA PORTS AUTHORITY, FAX DTD 26.10.94). INS AS ST WKS PA. - NM 3948/94. SEE [44662]. HH506/400/03 WK OF SLNS EDITHARA LIES IN 0949.31N, 8001.66E [KAN]. WK IS VISIBLE AND ADJACENT TO [44662]. (CDR JAYARATHAN, NHQ COLUMBO). AMEND ST WKS IN REVISED POSN. - NM 2103/05. HH506/400/03 4.4.05 WKS PA IN 0949.31N, 8001.66E [KAN]. (INDIAN NM 6/149/05). NCA. SEP 2010/000175684 22.10.10 DELETED. (INDIAN NM 20/248/10). BR STD.
Last Amended Date Oct 22, 2010

Circumstances of loss

16.7.1994 SUNK 16.7.1994 BY SUICIDE UNDERWATER ATTACKS.

General Comments

COVERS [44662]

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FAQ

Where is the SLNS EDITHARA wreck located?

The SLNS EDITHARA wreck is located at coordinates 9 49.32 N,80 1.78 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SLNS EDITHARA?

The seabed around the SLNS EDITHARA lies at approximately 7 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the SLNS EDITHARA discovered?

The wreck of the SLNS EDITHARA was discovered in 1994.

What country did the SLNS EDITHARA belong to?

The SLNS EDITHARA belonged to LK.

What type of wreck is the SLNS EDITHARA?

The SLNS EDITHARA is classified as a tug.

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