On 4/23/1982 , the vessel VIOLETTA (Official Number 401) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in INLAND-N LAKE SUPERIOR-THUNDER BAY,.
The vessel, with 28 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 9/15/1982 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VL ENCOUNTERED SEVERE ICE COND'S,SHIFTING BERTHS,APR 23,24,27,1982. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-25-1