On 12/29/2008, the vessel BULK FERN (Official Number 12838) was involved in a risk of grounding in ENGLISH BAY, BC, 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/31/2008. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 44.00 knots.

On 29 December 2008, the following vessels reported dragging anchor, high winds, and in danger of running aground in English Bay, B.C.: "OOCL FRANCE", "WU ZHU HAI", "FLEET PHOENIX", "SITEAM MARS", "BULK FERN", and "DAIS" All repositioned by pilots.