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Collision with Steamer Ayr

When
21 October 1825
Where
Kempock Point
Part of
PS Comet II sinks off Gourock with heavy loss of life

Comet II collided with the steamer Ayr off Kempock Point, Gourock, in the early hours of 21 October 1825, causing 62 deaths.

The incident occurred within sight of Gourock, where the steamer Ayr ran into the Comet II. The first stroke of the collision hit the paddle of the Comet. This event resulted in the loss of 62 lives, marking a significant disaster for the vessel built by Henry Bell.

Sources

  1. Gourock Wikipedia, revision of 2026-03-03
  2. PS Comet Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-20

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