On 1/26/1999 , the vessel MERRY SEA II (Official Number 198972) was involved in a fire in MASSET SOUND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 2 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 1/29/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots.

A fire erupted aboard the fishing vessel in Masset Sound. After an unsuccessful attempt to extinguish the fire, the crew abandoned the vessel into their skiff. Later, the fire was extinguished and vessel towed into Port Clements and secured.