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Hema 1 - Diving in Grenada with ScubaTech Dive Center
A real challenge
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Built in 1963, the Hema 1 is a 170 feet / 50m freighter which was on its way back from Grenada to Trinidad. In rough seas the ship started to take on water and as the bilge pump wasn’t working properly the Captain couldn’t make it back to the protected harbour of Grenada.
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The Hema 1 sank on the 5th of March 2005, approximately 4 miles off the south coast of Grenada and in consequence straight out of Prickly Bay. Grenada’s coast guard managed to rescue all crew members.
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Today the wreck is lying in 100 feet / 30m of water on its starboard side. Due to its location in the Atlantic the Hema 1 is exposed to strong currents, making the wreck itself a hideaway for nurse sharks and eagle rays. Great barracudas are always around and approach divers closely. The Hema 1 is together with the King Mitch one of the most challenging dives on Grenada. |
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