On 11/1/1988 , the vessel OCEAN TIDE (Official Number 152540) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in BETWEEN CANOE PASS BUOY T14 & SAND HEADS, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 4 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 6/2/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the E at 5.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED OFF SAND HEADS - PULLED OFF BY WESTMINSTER TYLER Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88