On 5/31/2001 , the vessel PURPLE RAIN (Official Number 809281) was involved in a sank - flooding in CAP-AUX-MEULES, QUEBEC (QC).

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 unknown pollution.

On 31 may, the F/V "PURPLE RAIN" reportedly sunk when arriving in port under escort by another F/V. Damage unknown.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the N at 11.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/2/2001 .