On 5/1/2000 1, the vessel SHANNON & JOHN (Official Number 814479) was involved in a fire in 21 NM S BY W FROM CP FOURCHU, YARMOUTH, NS,.

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/2/2000 9. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 6.00 knots.

12.5M GRP F/V with 4 POB reported a fire in the engine room. Fire extinguished and vessel towed to port by another F/V. Cause of fire appears to be arcing of wires in E.R. space.