On 2/23/1996 , the vessel MONICA J. (Official Number 383213) was involved in a fire in OFF WESTPORT, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 2 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 minor pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/25/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots.

While engaged in fishing operations a fire broke out in the engine room. The crew were unable to extinguish the fire and were forced to abandon the burning vessel. Two crew picked up from liferaft and taken to Meteghan,NS.