On 7/21/1988 , the vessel JOHN 3.16 (Official Number 801165) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in 6 MI SW OF CAPE SABLE, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 8/15/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SE at 5.00 knots.
F/V STRUCK A DEADHEAD WHILE UNDERWAY TO FISHING GROUNDS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88