Swatchway - Unexploded Ordnance

Issuer: David Allsop
Issuer Role: Deputy Harbour Master
Issue Date: 19/04/2024
Expiration Date: 31/05/2024
District: Lower
Reach(es): Thames Estuary
 

Mariners are advised that unexploded ordnance (UXO) has been discovered in the following position: - 

Latitude 51˚ 28’.71 N 

Longitude 000˚ 44’.40 E 

This UXO could pose a danger to vessels and persons; accordingly, vessels are advised to keep at least 100m clear of the above position at all times. Vessels are particularly cautioned against anchoring, trawling or otherwise interacting with the seabed in the vicinity of the above position.  

The chartlet below shows the general area, with the recommended 100m safety radius around the UXO shown by the red circle: - 

Further information will be broadcast, as necessary, by London VTS on VHF channel 69.  

This Notice will remain published until such time as the information above is considered sufficiently promulgated or has been promulgated by other means; this Notice may then be withdrawn without further communication.