On 3/4/2001 1, the vessel NICOLE AND SISTERS II (Official Number 813986) was involved in a risk of sinking in 23 MILES S BY E OF CHEBUCTO HEAD, NOVA SCOTIA,.
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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 25.00 knots.
The "F/V NICOLE AND SISTERS II" called in a MAYDAY and indicated they were taking on water. Assistance was rendered by a container vessel and a CCG SAR cutter. The fishing vessel is now secured at Sambro, Nova Scotia.