On 8/29/1986 , the vessel TOPSAIL STAR (Official Number 182559) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in APPROACH TO BRIDGEPORT HARBOUR, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 13 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 5/7/1987 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 1.00 knots.
MISTOOK ISLETS FOR SHOAL (RADAR) - GROUNDED ON SHOAL