On 11/9/1989 , the vessel MICHAEL MARIE III (Official Number 318626) was involved in a collision - struck by vessel in 15 NM SOUTH OF SABLE ISLAND, N.S.,.

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.

STRUCK THE FV CLAIR MARIE WHILE MANOEUVERING, IN HEAVY SEAS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SE at 27.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/18/1989.