On 10/9/2003 , the vessel SANDRA MICHELLE (Official Number 809099) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in 26 NM WEST OF CAPE HARRISON, LAB.,.

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.

The F/V "SANDRA MICHELLE" was reported experiencing engine problems in high winds. The five POB subsequently abandoned the vessel into a liferaft and were picked up by helicopter on Black Bear Island.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/14/2003.