On 10/10/2002, the vessel JOE DRINKWATER (Official Number 157113) was involved in a not involved in MITLENATCH ISLAND, B.C., 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 1/23/2003 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the W at 15.00 knots.

On 10 October, 2002, the Tug "JOE DRINKWATER" reported the barge in tow, "S.S.I. No. 1", began taking on water, near Mitlenatch Island, B.C.