On 9/12/1987 , the vessel MELANIE DAWN (Official Number 800494) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in SAMBRO FISH PLANT, SAMBRO, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

F/V GROUNDED AT THE SAMBRO FISH PLANT DUE TO A BROKEN ASTERN CABLE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/3/1987 .