On 8/21/1985 , the vessel ATLANTIC ERIE (Official Number 800436) was involved in a fire in E COAST-350 MILES FROM VIRGINIA COAST,.
The vessel, with 37 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 4/17/1986 . Weather at the time was reported as .
SEAMAN SUFFERED 50% BODY SURFACE AREA BURNS DUE TO BLOW BACK FIRE.