On 12/14/2011, the vessel HUNTER MADISON (Official Number 811272) was involved in a abandoned in SEAL ISLAND, NS,.
The vessel, with 3 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 minor pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/16/2011. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 25.00 knots.
On 14 December 2011, the F/V "HUNTER MADISON" reported taking on water 5 nm SE of Seal Island, NS. The 3 POB were rescued by a nearby F/V and the stricken vessel subsequently sunk.