On 7/20/2001 , the vessel TACONITE - 156875 (Official Number 156875) was involved in a risk of striking (near allision) - risk of allision with a fixed object (striking - includes vessels) in ENGLISH BAY, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 2 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 8/22/2001 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WNW at 5.00 knots.
On 20 July, 2001, CCG vessel "OSPREY" had to make an emergency stop to avoid a collision with vessel "TACONITE" in English Bay, BC.