On 12/18/1985, the vessel FEDERAL POLARIS (Official Number 127935) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in LOCK #8, PORT COLBORNE, ONT,.

The vessel, with 23 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 5/28/1986 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 25.00 knots.

MOORING WIRE PARTED IN STRONG WIND-HIT 2ND OFFICER Note: formerly OccNo : 9704-7