On 4/16/1999 , the vessel YANKEE POINT (Official Number 383662) was involved in a fire in 5 NM NNE PORT AUX CHOIX, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 5 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 5/7/1999 8. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NNW at 10.00 knots.
Wire burned off on alternator. Plastic on wire caught fire.