On 9/1/1998 1, the vessel LIONEL A. (Official Number 372512) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in 3 NM SOUTH OF SHIPPEGAN, N.B.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/2/1998 8. Weather at the time was reported as .
It was reported that the vessel was heavily laden with herring when she took a wave over her stern and swamped. The Canadian Coast Guard provided assistance and the vessel was secured at Miscou at 1406. There were no injuries.