On 10/14/1996, the vessel LITTLE JULIE (Official Number 327348) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 3 CABLES SOUTH OF DEVIL'S IS. HALIFAX HBR. N.S,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Transmission coupling broke and vessel blown aground. Refloated and towed to Eastern Passage by CGS "Spindrift". Extensive damage to ribs and stern due to pounding.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the WSW at knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/24/1997 .