On 11/9/1988 , the vessel DOUG & EILEEN (Official Number 327698) was involved in a sank - flooding in 20 NM WEST OF GRAND ETANG, CAPE BRETON ISLAND,.
The vessel, with 3 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 6/14/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 5.00 knots.
VESSEL SANK DUE TO INGRESS OF WATER FROM BELOW WATER LINE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88