On 5/11/1987 , the vessel M13 (Official Number 328041) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in OFF BLACK ROCK, CHEDABUCTO BAY, N.S,.
The vessel, with 15 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 8/22/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 20.00 knots.
CONNECTING ROD & PISTON BROKE THROUGH ENGINE BLOCK Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87