On 9/23/2016 , the vessel IDLE OARS II (Official Number 809393) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Louisbourg, NS, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/23/2016 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at knots.

On 23 September 2016, the fishing vessel "IDLE OARS II" reported being disabled with engine problems 18 nautical miles SE of Louisbourg, NS. The vessel was subsequently towed to port by the Canadian Coast Guard cutter "SPINDRIFT".