On 5/6/2006 1, the vessel DR. RITA JOE (Official Number 824215) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ARICHAT. NS,.
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 6/1/2006 9. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
Fishing vessel ran aground in fog.