On 6/23/1985 , the vessel GYPSUM KING (Official Number 366014) was involved in a bottom contact in E COAST-CAPE BRETON ISL-BRAS D'OR LAKE,.
The vessel, with 32 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 9/27/1985 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NE at 12.00 knots.
CONTACTED BOTTOM IN EXTREME DARKNESS.