On 5/2/1990 1, the vessel ATLANTIC PRINCESS (Official Number 800268) was involved in a fire in PUBLIC WHARF, WEST HEAD, CAPE SABLE ISLAND, NS,.
The vessel, with 0 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 3/18/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.
ELECTRIC HEATER CAUSED FIRE ON ADJACENT BULKHEAD AND WIRING