On 10/4/2004 , the vessel MISSISSAGI (Official Number 0822914) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SARNIA, ONT., ONTARIO (ON).
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/16/2004. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 15.00 knots.
On 04 October 2004, at 1243 while proceeding upbd in strong current beneath the Blue Water Bridge, the bulk carrier "MISSISSAGI" lost engine power. V/l deployed anchors and rept'dly came within 1m of a concrete wall - U.S. shore .