On 12/22/2008, the vessel RENE BRAZEAU (Official Number 197517) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in NS, POINT PLEASENT PARK, HFX. HBR., NOVA SCOTIA (NS).
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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/28/2009 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
On 22 December 2008, the Barge "RENE BRAZEAU" was reported aground at Point Pleasant Park in Halifax harbour. Barge was refloated on the tide.