On 7/2/2004 1, the vessel ISLAND PROVIDER II (Official Number 819801) was involved in a fire in 45 NM ESE OF SCATARIE ISLAND, NS,.
The vessel, with 6 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/5/2004 9. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SW at 5.00 knots.
The "F/V "ISLAND PROVIDER II" reported a fire in the engine room. The fire was subsequently extinguished, and the vessel proceeding towards port under their own power.