On 6/17/1988 , the vessel CAPE BEALE (Official Number 152726) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in STRAWBERRY ISLAND,MOUTH OF TOFINO HARBOUR,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 6/7/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as .
VSL GROUNDED ON A REEF OFF STRAWBERRY ISLAND, PULLED OFF BY CMRA VSL Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88