On 8/5/1997 1, the vessel PATRICK & SISTERS I (Official Number 328725) was involved in a fire in 40 MILES SOUTH-WEST OF ILE ST. PIERRE, FRANCE,.

The vessel, with 3 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Vessel had small fire in engine compartment, extinguished by the crew. Vessel was taken in tow causing stem damage releasing the stabilizer wire, vessel listed dangerously causing one man to fall overboard. He was retrived unharmed and v/l OK.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SSE at 11.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/8/1997 6.