On 9/15/1995 , the vessel ESTHER CHAILYN (Official Number 817774) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in 2.3 NM WEST-NORTH-WEST OF CARIBOU ISLAND,N.S.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

Vessel ran aground but later refloated with assistance from other fishing vessel.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/26/1995.