On 12/18/1979, the vessel SANTA MERCEDES (Official Number 293943) was involved in a fire in WEST COAST-STRAITS OF JUAN DE FUCA,.
The vessel, with 90 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 2/17/1980 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the ESE at 15.00 knots.
GENERATOR TRIPPED OUT CAUSED OVERHEATING IN SWITCHING GEAR,CABLES. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1