On 9/10/1996 , the vessel LISE P. (Official Number 804567) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in ABOUT 1 MILE EAST OF BIRCH POINT, N.B.,.

The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

The F/V "Lise P" reported a broken shaft whilst engaged in fishing operations. The shaft reportedly broke inside the stern tube and some water was taken on until the stern gland was tightened. CGS "Shippegan" tasked. V/l towed to Caraquet.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/11/1996 .