On 7/21/1994 , the vessel MARLENE J. (Official Number 173501) was involved in a grounding - not under power (includes drifting) (non-intentional) in BEAR COVE, HARDY BAY, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was minor pollution.

V/L HIT ROCK AND SANK. CREW SAFELY RESCUED.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MAJOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/31/1994 .