On 9/27/1998 , the vessel MIRABEL (Official Number 346849) was involved in a risk of sinking in 12.5 NM FROM SOURIS, P.E.I.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 12/23/1998. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 20.00 knots.
F/V taking on water. Crew abandoned boat onto liferaft, and were picked up by CGC Souris. F/V towed to Souris.