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Federated States of Micronesia · WW2 Marine Heritage Monitor

Guardians of the Silent Fleet

Monitor, report and protect the extraordinary WW2 wrecks and living ecosystems in FSM's waters. Every diver, every vessel, every observation matters.

Urgent — To report an environmental emergency requiring immediate response, contact the Chuuk State EPA at: +691 330 4158 · Available 24 hours
100+Known Wrecks
4FSM States
60+Reef Species at Risk

Protecting Living History Beneath the Pacific

Eye on FSM is a community-driven monitoring program enabling divers, vessel crews, tour operators and members of the public to contribute to the long-term protection of the Federated States of Micronesia's extraordinary WW2 marine heritage and the ecosystems that have grown around these silent vessels over 80 years.

Truk Lagoon alone contains over 60 wrecks from Operation Hailstone (February 1944) — now home to coral gardens, sharks, turtles and an unparalleled diversity of marine life. These sites are irreplaceable. Your reports directly inform management decisions.

🐢 Chuuk 🌺 Pohnpei ⛵ Yap 🌿 Kosrae
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Oil Risk Monitoring

Many wrecks still contain fuel oil. We track signs of leakage before spills escalate.

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Ecosystem Health

Documenting coral cover, fish populations and invasive species across all wreck sites.

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Diver Reporting

Every dive is an observation opportunity. Report directly from the water or surface.

Heritage Protection

Safeguarding the structural integrity of wrecks as both memorials and marine habitats.

60+Chuuk Wrecks
80+Years Submerged
400+Coral Species
1,000+Fish Species
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FSM Waters — The Silent Fleet

Over 100 WW2 wrecks lie beneath FSM's Pacific waters. Chuuk Lagoon alone holds more than 60 vessels and aircraft from Operation Hailstone — the world's greatest concentration of wreck diving.

View Full Wreck Database — All 37 Documented Wrecks →
🛢️ Oil sheen or rainbow slick on the water surface
Anchor damage to live coral heads or reef structure
🕸️ Ghost nets or abandoned fishing gear entanglement
🐢 Marine animal injury or distress near wreck sites
🪸 Coral bleaching events or die-off around wrecks
🚢 Vessel grounding or collision within protected zones
🎣 Illegal or unreported fishing activity
🗑️ Marine debris, plastics or waste dumping
Structural collapse of wreck sections
🌊 Unusual water discolouration near wreck sites
🌿 Excessive or invasive algae bloom on wreck surfaces
👁️ Suspicious vessel activity in protected areas
🏺 Artifact removal or disturbance of wreck materials
🤿 Uncontrolled dive groups causing reef or wreck damage
Crown-of-thorns starfish aggregation near wrecks
🛢️ Oil sheen or rainbow slick on the water surface
Anchor damage to live coral heads or reef structure
🕸️ Ghost nets or abandoned fishing gear entanglement
🐢 Marine animal injury or distress near wreck sites
🪸 Coral bleaching events or die-off around wrecks
🚢 Vessel grounding or collision within protected zones
🎣 Illegal or unreported fishing activity
🗑️ Marine debris, plastics or waste dumping
Structural collapse of wreck sections
🌊 Unusual water discolouration near wreck sites
🌿 Excessive or invasive algae bloom on wreck surfaces
👁️ Suspicious vessel activity in protected areas
🏺 Artifact removal or disturbance of wreck materials
🤿 Uncontrolled dive groups causing reef or wreck damage
Crown-of-thorns starfish aggregation near wrecks

Report an Incident

Submit your observation securely. Reports can be submitted anonymously. Photos and videos strongly encouraged.

Email Reports & Photos
director.chuukepa@gmail.com
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Online Form
Submit below (attach photos)

🚨 Emergency Response — 24hr

+691 330 4158

Chuuk State EPA
Dialling from outside FSM: +691 then local number

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From the Field

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Oil Risk · Chuuk

Shinkoku Maru: Annual Oil Risk Assessment Completed for 2025

Marine engineers and environmental specialists completed the annual structural integrity assessment. The report identifies two areas of concern on the port hull requiring ongoing monitoring.

15 March 2025 · Environmental Assessment
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Wildlife · Pohnpei

Green Turtle Nesting Season Underway — 12% Increase Recorded

This season's green sea turtle nesting counts show a 12% increase on Pohnpei's northern shores. Divers are requested to maintain 3m distance and report any entanglement immediately.

8 Feb 2025 · Wildlife Update
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Platform · Update

Eye on FSM Monitoring Program — Community Reporting Now Live

Community incident reporting is now open to all divers, vessel operators and members of the public across Chuuk, Pohnpei, Yap and Kosrae. Submit reports online or via the mobile app.

22 Jan 2025 · Platform News

How it Works

You should report any environmental incident or suspicious activity you observe in FSM's marine waters — especially around known WW2 wreck sites. This includes oil sheens or fuel leaks, coral or reef damage, vessel grounding, ghost nets, marine animal injury, unusual water discolouration, structural changes to wrecks, illegal fishing, and the removal of artifacts from wrecks. If in doubt, report it — no observation is too minor.
Yes. You have the full option of not identifying yourself or using a pseudonym when reporting suspected offences. Personal information you choose to provide is handled in accordance with FSM privacy regulations. Select the 'remain anonymous' option in the report form and no contact details are required.
For an active or spreading oil spill, call our 24-hour emergency line immediately: +691 330 4158 (Chuuk State EPA). Do not attempt to enter the water near the spill. Photograph or video the extent of the sheen from a safe distance, noting the time, GPS location, wind direction and approximate size of the affected area. Submit your report and photos via this form or email director.chuukepa@gmail.com as soon as possible.
Absolutely — and we strongly encourage it. Eye on FSM is designed for anyone who visits or works in FSM's waters, from first-time tourists to professional marine biologists and commercial vessel operators. You don't need any formal training or certification to submit a report. Your first-hand observations are invaluable.
Reports are reviewed by our field team, typically within 24–48 hours. Urgent incidents (oil spills, vessel groundings, structural collapses) are escalated immediately to our Chuuk field coordinator. Your report may be shared with FSM state environmental agencies, the Division of Marine Resources, or international partner organisations where appropriate.
Yes. The wrecks in FSM waters are protected under FSM federal and state law, and many are considered war graves under international maritime law. It is illegal to remove, disturb or damage any artifact, part of a wreck, or human remains. Violations can result in significant fines and criminal prosecution.
The wrecks considered highest priority for oil risk monitoring are the Shinkoku Maru (largest oil tanker, Chuuk, 36m), the Rio de Janeiro Maru (submarine tender with significant fuel reserves, Chuuk, 35m), and the Hoyo Maru (tanker, Chuuk, 32m). All observations near these wrecks — including any sheen, unusual bubbling, discolouration or strong fuel odour — should be reported immediately.