On 11/5/1999 , the vessel BRIER DAWN (Official Number 800480) was involved in a risk of sinking in 25 NM NORTH OF TWILLINGATE, NFLD.,.
The vessel, with 4 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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/16/1999. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 27.00 knots.
On 05 November, 1999 the F/V "BRIER DAWN" reported taking on water. The CCGS "SIR WILFRED GRENFELL" was tasked and the vessel secured at Twillingate.