On 3/21/1985 , the vessel MICHAEL L. (Official Number 197592) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in INLAND-LAKE HURON-10MI SW OF CAPE HURD CHNL,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

LOST PROPELLER WHILST STEAMING THROUGH ICE. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-25-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/30/1985.