On 12/22/1986, the vessel MARSHA DAWN II (Official Number 804636) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 3 MILES WEST OF MUD ISLAND, NS,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

V/L LOST RUDDER - CG ASSISTED V/L TO HBR Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 5.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/22/1987 .