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. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

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

V/l taking on water when after plank sprung. FPV "ARCADIE" provided pumps. "MELANISE" arrived safely at Saint Louis de Kent, N.B.