On 7/31/1996 , the vessel CAPE SAN BLAS (Official Number 638246) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 1.1 MILES NE 0F THE EASTERN END OF SABLE IS.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Whilst conducting seismic survey, v/l grounded.Initial attempts to refloat were unsuccessful. When vessel swung broadside to seas, concern for crew safety caused the emergency response plan to be implemented, using 2 inflatable Mark V Zodiacs.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SE at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/6/1996 1.