On 10/29/1999, the vessel KARLA & BROTHERS (Official Number 815389) was involved in a risk of sinking in 18NM NW OF YARMOUTH, N.S.,.

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

On 29 November, 1999 the F/V "KARLA & BROTHERS" was reported abandoned and sinking. All crewmembers were safely picked up the F/V "NICHOLAS & ALEX." Salvage of submerged vessel attempted.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/29/1999.