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. 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 8/8/1997 6. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SSE at 11.00 knots.
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.