On 12/19/1996, the vessel TWILIGHT MISTRESS (Official Number 813972) was involved in a fire in 1 MILE SOUTH EAST OF WEDGE POINT, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 4 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 minor pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/19/1996. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SW at 2.00 knots.

Aircraft repored ELT signal to Moncton ATC, signal traced to burning fishing vessel "Twilight Mistress". Four crew picked up from liferaft by fishing vessel "Lady Jannel" and transferred to CCG Clarks Harbour. Vessel burned and sank.