On 6/30/1997 , the vessel MILES BRANDON (Official Number 814294) was involved in a sank - flooding in 3 NM SOUTH OF CAPE CANSO,.

The vessel, with 3 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Vessel reported engine stopped and taking on water. Three crew members abandoned wearing lifejackets as vessel quickly sank. They were rescued by the f/v "Melissa and Pappa" and taken to Canso.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/20/1997 .