On 4/19/1987 , the vessel MELANIE & CHRIS NO. 1 (Official Number 383675) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 9 NM NE OF CAPE ST FRANCIS, NFLD,.

The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

F/V BESET IN ICE,DAMAGED STERN Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the ENE at 27.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/5/1987 1.