On 6/6/1997 1, the vessel CHALLENGE ONE (Official Number 804001) was involved in a fire in MARINE INSTITUTE, PIER #25, ST.JOHN'S, NFLD.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Reported that spark from welder's torch ignited insulation in deckhead of hold. Regional Fire Department on scene and quickly extinguished the fire. Smoke damage was limited to the insula- tion and some rags.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/6/1997 8.