On 7/30/2001 , the vessel SHERRY & ELIZABETH (Official Number 808671) was involved in a fire in 5 NM EAST OF ST JACQUES IS LT, FORTUNE BAY, NF,.
The vessel, with 0 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 minor pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 25.00 knots.
F/V "SHERRY & ELIZABETH" with 3 POB reports on fire and taking on water. Source of ingress unknown. Crew abandoned into another F/V. Vessel was under tow when it sank. Crew initially launched a liferaft but it was unserviceable.