On 7/6/2009 1, the vessel CLELIA II (Official Number 11674) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in THUNDER BAY HRB, ON, ONTARIO (ON).
The vessel, with 67 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 minor pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/6/2009 2. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NW at 11.00 knots.
On 06 July 2009, during a portside lifeboat drill aboard the passenger vessel "CLELIA II", the aft release hook was accidentally activated, releasing the boat, thus damaging the suspended lifeboat. Minor oil pollution. TC & Lloyds inspecting.