On 5/23/2002 , the vessel POPPY'S BOYS (Official Number 819718) was involved in a risk of sinking in 2 NM SSE OF LOUISBOURG, NOVA SCOTIA,.

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.

The F/V "POPPY'S BOYS" with 2 POB was reported taking on water due to a mechanical problem. The CCGC Spindrift rendered assistance and escorted the vessel to Louisbourg.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 35.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/27/2002 .