On 7/26/2003 , the vessel LADY EASTON II (Official Number 823742) was involved in a fire in 6 NM NW OF CAPE FREELS, NEWFOUNDLAND,.

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 none pollution.

The F/V "LADY EASTON II" with 5 POB reported that they had suffered a fire onboard. Fire was subsequently extinguished and the vessel returned to port without further incident.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/28/2003 .