On 12/24/1998, the vessel NOVA LADY (Official Number 812986) was involved in a fire in 4 NM EAST OF BRIER ISLAND, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 5 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/29/1998. Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the NW at 13.00 knots.
F/V "NOVA LADY" reported being disabled with a fire in its turbo charger. CGC "WESTPORT" was tasked and towed the F/V to Freeport, NS.