On 6/4/1997 1, the vessel VM/S 83 (Official Number 311753) was involved in a bottom contact in LAC ST-FRANCOIS, ONT.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 7/18/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
Contact with the bottom with propulsion damage.