On 4/14/1978 , the vessel KAPODISTRIAS (Official Number 4402) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in ST LAWRENCE SEAWAY-WELLAND CANAL-LOCK NO 3,.
The vessel, with 33 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 6/29/1978 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WNW at 26.00 knots.
WIND OVERCAME HELM CAUSING VESSEL TO STRIKE LOCK WALL. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-25-1