On 9/25/1978 , the vessel OHARA III (Official Number 173719) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in BC COAST-BROUGHTON STRAIT,.
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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/21/1978. Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the SE at knots.
VL GROUNDED-2 POB TAKEN TO ALERT BAY BY CHILCO POST. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1