On 2024-12-20, the vessel SIDE CHIX (Official Number 821751) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in Seal Island, NOVA SCOTIA (NS).

The vessel, with 0 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 20 December 2024, the fishing vessel "SIDE CHIX", with 3 people on board, reported being disabled with engine issues on the Seal Island Ridge, NS. The Canadian Coast Guard Ship "CHEDABUCTO BAY" towed the vessel to Newellton. . Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NE at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2024-12-20.