On 10/8/1989 , the vessel ERIC C. (Official Number 331480) was involved in a risk of sinking in 20 NM SOUTH OF SAMBRO HARBOUR, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 4 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

NEAR-FOUNDERING ON DELIVERY RUN BY OWNER IN GOOD WEATHER CONDITIONS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/29/1989.