On 4/9/1997 1, the vessel SEALER (Official Number 322286) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 1.5 MILES ENE OF SPRINGDALE, HALLS BAY, NFLD.,.

The vessel, with 7 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Vessel disabled in ice but in no immediate danger. Requesting ice-breaker. F/v "Cape Jedsue" standing by.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/25/1997 .