On 6/27/1996 , the vessel LOBSTER QUEEN (Official Number 812193) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in MILLSTONE ISLAND, NS.,.

The vessel, with 1 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Engine stalled and vessel caught in ground swell. Picked up by two waves and thrown over reef landing upright on rocks. Operator airlifted off. Vessel later refloated with damage to the keel, propeller blades and propeller guard.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 25.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/16/1996 .