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Randy and Stephanie

Randy and Stephanie

Randy and Stephanie
Photo: saltwire.com

On September 11, the 40 foot long fishing vessel Randy and Stephanie caught fire in Yarmouth harbour in Nova Scotia, Canada. The fire started in the vessel’s stack where it exits through the wheelhouse. The Randy and Stephanie was taken under tow to a nearby wharf where it was met by Canadian Coast Guard, fire fighters and local authorities. Due to the low tide, the fire fighters had to use portable extinguishers before a hose could be pulled down to put out the blaze. The one crew on board the Randy and Stephanie was evaluated for injuries.  No details reported to the extent of damage caused by the fire.

Randy and Stephanie
Photo: cjls.com

 

Bear Cove Point

Bear Cove Point

Bear Cove Point
Photo: thechronicleherald.ca

On June 9, the 23 meter long, 197 dwt fishing vessel Bear Cove Point sank on the Georges Bank some 175 kilometers from Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. The vessel had sprung a leak in the propulsion system and requested assistance. Several nearby fishing vessels came to the assistance and tried to transfer pumps to the Bear Cove Point, but the flooding could not be stopped. The Bear Cove Point sank in 20 meters of water. All four crew on board the vessel were safely rescued.  No reports of injuries. Reports state the vessel was valued at $700,000 (Canadian). Authorities have dispatched a team to investigate the incident.