On 11/11/1986, the vessel SCOTT MISENER (Official Number 194832) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ABOVE BUOY D77, LAKE ST FRANCIS, ONT,.
The vessel, with 24 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 6/24/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 5.00 knots.
VSL WENT AGROUND AFTER WRONGLY IDENTIFYING TURNING BUOY