On 6/10/1986 , the vessel L. ROCHETTE (Official Number 371448) was involved in a bottom contact in CHENAL DE BATHURST HARBOUR, BAIE DES CHALEURS,.
The vessel, with 22 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/9/1986 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WSW at 16.00 knots.
ENGINES PUT FULL AHEAD TO GO OVER BAR Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-26-1