On 9/16/1990 , the vessel MISS NELSON (Official Number 395527) was involved in a fire in 5 C NE OF GLACE BAY BELL BUOY, C.B.I., 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/22/1992 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 10.00 knots.
VSL WITH GASOLINE MOTOR, EXPLODED, BURNED & SANK FOLLOWING STARTING