On 11/27/1995, the vessel SIMON JACQUES (Official Number 806986) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in 3.5 MILES SOUTH-SOUTH-EAST OF GANNET ROCK, NS,.
The vessel, with 4 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 11/29/1995. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 21.00 knots.
Lobster Fishing Vessel took on water and sank. 4 POB rescued.