Fedra Shipwreck

 On the 10th October 2008 The Fedra, a 24 year old Liberian registered cargo ship smashed against the rocks at Europa Point and broke in two after its engines failed in very stormy weather. Thirty one mainly Filipino crew members were airlifted to safety and taken to hospital, all released shortly afterwards. These photos were taken a month later.

 

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Force 8 Gales Broke The Fedra Into Two Parts.

Force 8 Gales Broke The Fedra Into Two Parts.

The 36,000 Ton Ship Creates A Lot Interest.

The 36,000 Ton Shipwreck Creates Interest.

Regular Checks On Fedra

Regular Checks On Fedra

If either section was to break away from the rocks it would pose a real danger to other ships

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