The Jacaranda was a Greek coaster of about 2,000 tons which ran aground in
good weather at the Qolora Mouth close to "Seagulls" on 18 September 1971. It had
a crew of 15, and the captain's wife was also aboard. Nobody was injured. It was believed
that the vessel suffered engine trouble. Captain Kokkios said that the Jacaranda was
empty at the time and therefore riding high in the water. It was caught by strong
winds. Although they dropped two anchors, these dragged on the sandy bottom and
the ship went onto the rocks.
[Photo: Andre Labuscagne]
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