On 3/15/2006 , the vessel PROUTY BOYS (Official Number 814475) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 0.5 NM EAST OF FLAT ISLAND, NS, NOVA SCOTIA (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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/22/2006 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the NW at 25.00 knots.
On 15 March 2006, at 09:42 UTC., vessel reported fuel line problems and risk of running aground. During the call the fuel line problems ceased and vessel returned to West Pubnico Point Wharf.