On 3/28/2001 , the vessel LESA MARIE III (Official Number 823012) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in GRAND PASSAGE, WESTPORT, NOVA SCOTIA, 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 none pollution.

F/V "LESA MARIE III" foul its prop and grounded. Vessel was subsequently towed off rocks by CGC Westport and towed to wharf nearby.
Vessel not taking on water.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as HOLED

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001.