On 7/5/1989 1, the vessel HEATHER LYNN III (Official Number 393645) was involved in a risk of sinking in 18 NM NORTH OF GLACE BAY, CAPE BRETON I, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 12/11/1989. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL TOOK ON WATER THROUGH SCUPPERS, SCUPPER PLUG NOT PUT IN Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89