On 8/15/1995 , the vessel SWEEZEY DERRICK NO. 2 (Official Number 177870) was involved in a risk of sinking in PONT DE L'ILE D'ORLEANS, QUEBEC,.
The vessel, with 4 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 8/18/1995 . Weather at the time was reported as .
Barge "SWEEZEY DERRICK NO. 2" under bridge, took water. Grounded and semi-submerged. This barge is used as a platform for workers for Ile d'Orleans bridge repairs.