On 8/5/1988 1, the vessel SYLVIA DALE (Official Number 395535) was involved in a fire in APPROACHES TO BRAS D'OR LAKE,NORTH SYDNEY,N.S.,.
The vessel, with 1 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 6/8/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at knots.
ACCUMULATION OF FUMES IGNITED STARTING ENGINE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88