On 12/10/1998, the vessel ALGOSCOTIA (Official Number 825986) was involved in a fire in DARTMOUTH IMPERIAL DOCK NO.3, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 14 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 1/25/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WNW at 16.00 knots.

Tanker ALGOSCOTIA reported a small fire in her stack. Reported that fire was out. Tanker alongside Imperial dock #3. Vsl taken away from dock to blow stacks.