Beach Erosion In Pacific County Reveals Historic Shipwreck

Storms in December have uncovered portions of a historic shipwreck in an area in Pacific County known for rapid erosion.

The continuing erosion along the beach in the North Cove - Grayland area of Pacific County revealed a large wooden piece about 100 feet long that contains dozens of iron spikes poking out of the sand, the Daily World reported.

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The Daily World said dozens of people have flocked to the area known as "wash-a-way" beach to get a glimpse at the unusual sight.

Rex Martin, executive director of the Westport Maritime Museum, said the remains are likely that of the freighter ship Canadian Exporter.

The freighter wrecked at the mouth of Willapa Harbor in August of 1921, while en route to Portland from Vancouver, B.C., Martin said.

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While Pacific County authorities said the public should stay away from the shipwreck and entire beach area because banks could collapse without warning, people continue to come to the site to take pictures and look at the unusual find.

Houses, roads and other structures have tumbled into the ocean in the unpredictable and continually eroding area.