On 3/9/2003 1, the vessel WM. LYON MACKENZIE (Official Number 318774) was involved in a fire in TORONTO HARBOUR, ONT., ONTARIO (ON).
The vessel, with 0 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 3/11/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 12.00 knots.
On 09 March 2003, while approaching Ward's Isl., Toronto Hrb, the fireboat "WM. LYON MACKENZIE" suffered a fire at 0950 at the port main engine exhaust uptake area. Ward's Isl. fire crew assisted in extinguishing fire. Minor damage. V/L inspected