On 8/18/1999 , the vessel PERCHERONS PRIDE (Official Number 810254) was involved in a fire in 20 NM SOUTH WEST OF CAPE SABLE ISLAND, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

F/V reported fire in the engine room. Fire was extinguished but engine disabled. Vessel towed into harbour.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/20/1999.