On 5/9/1997 1, the vessel BLUE DAWN I (Official Number 811458) was involved in a risk of sinking in 1.7 MILES SOUTH OF PORT BICKERTON, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 1 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 5/20/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the W at 10.00 knots.

Vessel taking on water. CGS "Bickerton" responded and supplied additional pumps. Vessel pumped dry and returned to Port Bickerton unaided.