On 9/26/2007 , the vessel CHOP HOPPER (Official Number 810440) was involved in a risk of sinking in 6 NM ESE OF EAST HEAD, JEDDORE HARBOUR, 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 9/27/2007 . Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the SW at 25.00 knots.

On September 26, 2007, the F/V "CHOP HOPPER" with 2 POB was reported taking on water, 6NM ESE of East Head, Jeddore Harbour. The vessel was subsequently towed backed to port without further incident.