On 8/22/1988 , the vessel NELSON AND RODNEY (Official Number 346213) was involved in a risk of sinking in 17 NM SE OF BURIN, PLACENTIA BAY, NFLD.,.
The vessel, with 8 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 6/8/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 40.00 knots.
LOST OF CAULKING CAUSED FLOODING Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88