On 12/5/1988 , the vessel LINDA ANN II (Official Number 170266) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 3 CABLES OFF HERMITAGE, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 3 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 5/31/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as snow with winds from the WSW at 40.00 knots.
INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ON FWD COUPLING BROKE RENDERING VSL HELPLESS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88