On 6/30/2003 , the vessel BOREAL (Official Number 347741) was involved in a fire in OFF GRANDE RIVIERE, QUEBEC (QC).

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 unknown pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/30/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 12.00 knots.

On 30 June 2003, the f/v Boreal reported an engine room fire. The fixed CO2 fire suppression system was used. The vessel was towed back to Grande Rivière.