On 5/26/1987 , the vessel MARINERS JOY (Official Number 331526) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in OFF WOODS HARBOUR, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/24/1987. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
ROPE GOT CAUGHT IN THE RUDDER - FREED THE ROPE AND PROCEEDED TO PORT Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87