On 12/11/1976, the vessel SANTISTA (Official Number 7181) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in NEAR ST-GEORGES NEWFOUNDLAND,.
The vessel, with 32 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 2/9/1977 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the N at 29.00 knots.
VESSEL REFLOATED AT HIGH TIDE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1