On 4/8/2002 1, the vessel YVONNE GAY (Official Number 016402) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in OFF LA TABATIÈRE, ST.LAWRENCE RIVER, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/29/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 15.00 knots.

While proceeding in ice infested waters, the fishing vessel YVONNE GAY sustained ice damage causing an ingress of water in way of the propeller shaft coupling. An ice breaker and a fishing vessel are proceeding to its rescue.