On 4/10/2008 , the vessel GIMME SHELTER I (Official Number 819799) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in OFF CAPE NORTH, NS, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

On 10 April 2008, sealing V/L "GIMME SHELTER I" was reported beset in heavy ice under pressure and taking on water. V/L was later escourted to open water.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/15/2008 .