Maritime record MWX4959 - Dart class catamarans

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Summary

A 1999 catamaran race was hit by a squall and 77 boats were capsized in Weymouth Bay. Several vessels were washed up around Weymouth Bay and as far east as Durdle Door. No lives were lost.

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A 1999 catamaran race was hit by a squall and 77 boats were capsized in Weymouth Bay. Several vessels were washed up around Weymouth Bay and as far east as Durdle Door. No lives were lost. (1) Vessels Salvaged

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  • <1> Digital archive: Le Pard, G. 1995-2003. Dorset Coast Forum Maritime Archaeological Database.

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Location

Grid reference SY 70 80 (point) Estimated from sources
Map sheet SY78SW

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  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 1069

Record last edited

Aug 4 2008 11:38AM

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