On 3/13/2005 , the vessel GREAT NORTHERN 6 (Official Number 155254) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in WALKER ISLAND, SOUTH OF BELLA BELLA, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 5 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 3/14/2005 . Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the SW at 10.00 knots.
On 13 March 2005, the F/V "GREAT NORTHERN 6" reported aground and taking on water, near Walker Island, south of Bella Bella, B.C. Vessel taken into Shearwater Marine, for repairs.