On 3/20/1989 , the vessel MELISSA S (Official Number 800271) was involved in a collision - with another vessel or other floating object in 1.3 NM WEST OF WEST HEAD, CAPE SABLE I., N.S.,.

The vessel, with 3 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 5/30/1990 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

Canadian fishing vessel collision, the 13 gt "MELISSA S" was struck on port quarter by the 27 gt "STEPHANIE JOY III". One vessel was reported to not be showing navigation lights.