On 9/1/1989 1, the vessel EASTPACK II (Official Number 323547) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in BROWN'S BANK, 60 NM SOUTHWEST OF YARMOUTH,N.S.,.
The vessel, with 16 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 6/11/1990 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SW at 20.00 knots.
WHILE WORKING IN A HEAVY SWELL, STRUCK ABOVE HIS EYE BY FISHING GEAR Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89