Shotline Diving Wreck Profile

• Name: Zodiac
• Type: Not specified
• Dimensions: Not specified
• Location: Port Hope Harbour, Lake Ontario

Wreck Location Map

Vessel Type

The specific type of the vessel Zodiac is not documented in the available records.

Description

Detailed information about the Zodiac, including its construction, dimensions, and operational history, is not available in the current sources.

History

In September 1871, the Zodiac was involved in a fire incident at Port Hope Harbour. The circumstances surrounding the fire, including its origin and the extent of the damage to the vessel, are not specified in the accessible records. Port Hope Harbour, located on the north shore of Lake Ontario, has been a significant site for maritime activities, and incidents such as fires were not uncommon during that period.

Significant Incidents

• Fire incident at Port Hope Harbour in September 1871.

Final Disposition

The final status of the Zodiac following the fire in September 1871 is not clearly documented. It remains uncertain whether the vessel was salvaged, repaired, or deemed a total loss.

Current Condition & Accessibility

Nil

Resources & Links

References are being reviewed for this wreck.

The Zodiac‘s fire incident in Port Hope Harbour in September 1871 highlights the challenges and risks faced by maritime vessels operating in the Great Lakes region during that era. Due to limited available information, further research, possibly involving local historical societies or maritime archives, may provide additional insights into the vessel’s history and the specifics of the incident.