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. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

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.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

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