On 5/30/1997 , the vessel WILLIAM B. DILLY (Official Number 189868) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 5.2 CABLES NORTH-EAST OF RAMEA, NEWFOUNDLAND.,.

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 6/2/1997 7. Weather at the time was reported as .

Dredge drifted on to shoal after tug lost power. Ferry "Gallipoli" successful in refloating dredge and towing her in to Ramea. (See 26152)