On 12/6/2003 , the vessel MEAN DEAN (Official Number 821366) was involved in a risk of sinking in 1.4 NM WEST OF BEAR COVE PT, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 0 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 12/8/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as other with winds from the NE at 25.00 knots.
The F/V "MEAN DEAN" was reported to be taking on water. The vessel was subsequently taken in tow towards Meteghan.