On 7/7/1994 1, the vessel ASHAWAY (Official Number 809391) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in GABARUS BAY, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 12/14/1994. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 25.00 knots.
V/L SUFFERED RUPTURED HYDRAULIC HOSE ON STEERING. TOWED TO PORT. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-94