On 8/17/1999 , the vessel DOROTHY LOUISA (Official Number 816965) was involved in a fire in 92NM SOUTH WEST OF CAPE SABLE ISLAND, 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 pollution.

F/V disabled as a result of an electrical fire onboard. Towed by CCGS "CYGNUS" and "CLARKS HBR" to Shag Harbour. No injuries or pollution reported.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/18/1999 .