On 12/18/1985, the vessel JOHN CABOT (Official Number 320951) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in E COAST-E OF NFLD-BTWN FLEMISH PASS/LAB BASIN,.

The vessel, with 73 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

HEAVY WEATHER DAMAGE IN STORM. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as rain. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/29/1986 .