On 6/25/1996 , the vessel GINNY M. (Official Number 803446) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in CLOSE INSHORE AT MALIGNANT COVE, NS.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/25/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the NW at 20.00 knots.
Vessel disabled with broken propeller shaft. Towed to Arisaig by CMRA v/l "Ocean Spray".