On 7/5/1987 1, the vessel J.W. MCGIFFIN (Official Number 331086) was involved in a fire in LAMBTON GENERATING STATION, COURTRIGHT, ONT.,.
The vessel, with 31 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 7/23/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 6.00 knots.
GENERATOR EXHAUST OVERHEATED - LAGGING CAUGHT FIRE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87