On 7/5/1997 1, the vessel MY BOY II (Official Number 813550) was involved in a fire in 33 MILES OFF CAPE SABLE 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 pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/7/1997 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 15.00 knots.

Vessel underway to fishing grounds caught fire and sank. Three crew abandoned into liferaft, picked up by FV "Dorothy Louisa". Fire reportedly started in engine room.