On 5/23/1987 , the vessel MAID OF THE MIST III (Official Number 330308) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in FOOT OF NIAGARA FALLS,UPPER NIAGARA RIVER,ONT.,.
The vessel, with 4 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 10/1/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
POLISH MALE JUMPED OVERBOARD TO SEEK ASYLUM IN U.S.A. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87