On 10/13/1988, the vessel LORRIE K. SUSAN (Official Number 346753) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 11 NM SOUTHEAST OF FUNK ISLAND, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 5 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 6/1/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL SUFFERED A BROKEN RUDDER STOCK - TAKEN IN TOW BY FV LORNA GLENN Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88