On 8/12/1989 , the vessel JIMMY-BOY II (Official Number 801650) was involved in a explosion in CHETICAMP HARBOUR, CAPE BRETON ISLAND, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 1 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 6 injuries and 1 fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

EXPLOSION & FIRE AFTER LEAVING RE-FUELLING DOCK/ON PLEASURE TRIP Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/4/1991 1.