On 10/7/1996 , the vessel BUZZARD (Official Number 724954) was involved in a collision - struck by vessel in CONFEDERATION BRIDGE SITE, NO'UMBERLAND STRAIT,.

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.

Aft steering on propulsion unit did not respond during manoeuvring. Avoiding action taken but vessel struck jack-up "Buzzard" a glancing blow.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/21/1996.