On 7/31/1988 , the vessel EAST WIND III - 809404 (Official Number 809404) was involved in a fire in NEAR BRAS D'OR HARBOUR,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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/15/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
POWER LEAD TO BILGE PUMP OVERHEATED AS A RESULT OF A SHORT IN PUMP (YACHT CERTIFIED FOR CHARTER OPERATIONS). Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88