On 7/17/1986 , the vessel CASSIE M. (Official Number 320834) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF NEW WATERFORD, CAPE BRETON ISLAND, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 10/9/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as .
ENGINE STALLED AND F/V DRIFTED ONTO A REEF Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87