On 3/19/1990 , the vessel ALEXIS-SIMARD (Official Number 329244) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in QUAI ALCAN, LA BAIE, QUE.,.

The vessel, with 3 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 1 injuries but no fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

EXPLOSION AT NO 1 HATCH DURING PREPARATIONS TO OPEN HATCH. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 8.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/19/1992.