On 11/28/1995, the vessel PRESTON & LYNDON (Official Number 383923) was involved in a risk of sinking in 26.5 M WNW CAPE SABLE ISLAND, N.S.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/29/1995. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 21.00 knots.
Vessel taking on water. Hercules R314 dropped pump to vessel enabling it to discharge water. Vessel under escort to Wedgeport.