St Luke Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
St luke Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 6.96 N,2 51.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.116000
  • Longitude: 2.865167
Water Depth 26 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ST LUKE
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 391
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1978
Original Detection Year 1978
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3227/78 6.6.78 SANK IN 550700N, 025200E APPROX IN 26MTRS. (HUMBER RADIO, TLX DTD 18.5.78). INS AS DWPA. - NM 1447/78.
Last Amended Date Sep 18, 1978

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING AN EXPLOSION ON BOARD WHILE HAULING NETS. EXPLOSION POSSIBLY CAUSED BY MINE IN NET. (LL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 55 6.96 N,2 51.91 E
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FAQ

Where is the ST LUKE wreck located?

The ST LUKE wreck is located at coordinates 55 6.96 N,2 51.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ST LUKE?

The seabed around the ST LUKE lies at approximately 26 meters deep.

When did the ST LUKE sink?

The ST LUKE sank on May 18, 1978.

When was the wreck of the ST LUKE discovered?

The wreck of the ST LUKE was discovered in 1978.

What country did the ST LUKE belong to?

The ST LUKE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ST LUKE?

The ST LUKE had a tonnage of 391 tons.

What type of wreck is the ST LUKE?

The ST LUKE is classified as a trawler.