On 9/17/1987 , the vessel CAPE FLOWER (Official Number 348097) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in APPROACHES TO WHITMAN'S WHARF, CANSO, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 15 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/26/1994 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 6.00 knots.
GROUNDED WHILE APPROACHING WHARF IN DARKNESS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87