On 7/16/2004 , the vessel CARMELLE NO. 5 (Official Number 809911) was involved in a fire in 93 NM SOUTHWEST OF CAPE SABLE ISLAND, 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/21/2004 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
The F/V "CARMELLE NO.5" reported a fire in the engine room. The fire was subsequently extinguished, and a tow requested.