On 1/9/1996 1, the vessel MIDDLETOWN (Official Number 251093) was involved in a collision - with another vessel or other floating object in LAKE HURON, ST. CLAIR RIVER,.
The vessel, with 27 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 1/31/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WSW at 6.00 knots.
"GRIFFON" collided with vessel "MIDDLETOWN" while ice breaking. Very minor damage to Griffon.