Thermopylae Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thermopylae Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 57.656 N,0 41.219 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.960933
  • Longitude: -0.686983
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THERMOPYLAE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Length 21.9 m
Tonnage 62
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 27, 1992
Original Detection Year 1992
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details HH242/610/05 2.10.92 REPORTED BY FV MARGARETA TO HAVE SUNK IN 545739N, 004107W [OGB]. (TYNE CG 27.9.92). INS AS USCPA 45MTRS. - NM 3121/92.
Last Amended Date Oct 12, 1992

Circumstances of loss

HAD FIRE IN ENGINE ROOM WHICH SPREAD. WAS TOWED TOWARDS THE TYNE BY FV PHILOMENA BUT LATER WAS CUT ADRIFT, WHILE STILL ABLAZE, AND SANK.

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FAQ

Where is the THERMOPYLAE wreck located?

The THERMOPYLAE wreck is located at coordinates 54 57.656 N,0 41.219 W.

How deep is the THERMOPYLAE and where exactly is it located?

The THERMOPYLAE lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 54 57.656 N,0 41.219 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THERMOPYLAE?

The seabed around the THERMOPYLAE lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the THERMOPYLAE sink?

The THERMOPYLAE sank on Sep 27, 1992.

When was the wreck of the THERMOPYLAE discovered?

The wreck of the THERMOPYLAE was discovered in 1992.

What country did the THERMOPYLAE belong to?

The THERMOPYLAE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the THERMOPYLAE?

The THERMOPYLAE had a tonnage of 62 tons.

What type of wreck is the THERMOPYLAE?

The THERMOPYLAE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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