On 3/14/2003 , the vessel TOTEM - 126339 (Official Number 126339) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in POWELL RIVER, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

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

On 14 March, 2003, the Tug "TOTEM" was unable to proceed under its own power after its propeller shaft broke near Powell River, B.C.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 0.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/17/2003 .