On 10/4/1996 , the vessel MELANISE (Official Number 818547) was involved in a risk of sinking in 5.6 MILES NOR-NOR-EAST OF RICHIBUCTO, N.B.,.

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 pollution.

V/l taking on water when after plank sprung. FPV "ARCADIE" provided pumps. "MELANISE" arrived safely at Saint Louis de Kent, N.B.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 25.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/23/1996.