On 9/23/1989 , the vessel LADY II (Official Number 708485) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in IROQUOIS LOCK, ST LAWRENCE SEAWAY, ONT,.

The vessel, with 22 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 10/26/1989. Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the SSW at 6.00 knots.

VSL STRUCK THE LOCK DUE TO STRONG GUSTY WINDS (HURRICANE HUGO) Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89