On 12/23/2008, the vessel LAKE MICHIGAN (Official Number 833200) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in BAIE COMEAU, QC, QUEBEC (QC).

The vessel, with 25 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

On 23 December 2008, while docking at Cargill dock facilities in Baie Comeau, Quebec, the windlass on the bulk carrier "LAKE MICHIGAN" went free. One anchor was accidently dropped in the water and the windlass was damaged.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 5.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/24/2008.