On 7/2/1996 1, the vessel JEAN MARIE SEMONNE (Official Number 800342) was involved in a risk of sinking in 55 MILES WSW OF FLOWERS COVE, NEWFOUNDLAND,.
The vessel, with 6 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/3/1996 9. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SE at 25.00 knots.
Vessel reported to be taking water through a broken strake. Heading for Flowers Cove and subsequently to Port Saunders for repairs.