On 7/19/2003 , the vessel LADY LORENE II (Official Number 803113) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in SOUTHERN END OF BRIER ISLAND, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 7/21/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the S at 10.00 knots.
The F/V "LADY LORENE II" was reported aground on the Southern End of Brier Island. A portable pump was put onboard and the vessel was subsequently escorted in to Westport.