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. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/17/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
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.