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UM-FAROUD, Wied iz-Zurrieq (Sur)
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The UM-FAROUD was a 1995 oil tanker that operated between Libya and Italy, suffered technical problems and was put into dry dock in Malta. That same night, an explosion in one of its tanks caused the death of several shipyard workers. In 1998, after being assessed and considered depreciated, the tanker was scuttled near Wied Iz-Zurrieq Bay, Malta, to create an artificial reef and attract divers.
Location 35.81931, 14.44981Get Directions
Useful training for this sitePADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Dive Types
Wreck
Suggested Equipment
Booties, Gloves, Hood, Shorty, Wetsuit
Entry
Shore
Water Type
Salt
Maximum Depth 114 feet / 35 meters
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