On 4/12/2008 , the vessel G J EMMA (Official Number 348069) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in PORT SAUNDERS, NL, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (NL).

The vessel, with 7 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

On 12 April 2008, sealing V/L "G.J. EMMA" (the ex "MORRIS ELAINE") was reported disabled and taking on water. V/L requested assistance by way of pumps and a tow.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/15/2008 .