On 4/16/1996 , the vessel ATLANTIC STORM (Official Number 813691) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 109 MILES SOUTH-BY-WEST OF CAPE ST.MARY'S,NFLD,.
The vessel, with 8 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 4/17/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the NE at 50.00 knots.
V/l in heavy weather. Shipping seas, w/house windows smashed, electronics disabled. Mayday declared.DFO "Leonard J.Cowley" maintaining communications. Several vessels responded & pro-
ceeding. Hercules acft dropped pump. V/ls standing-by.