On 4/13/2001 , the vessel PACIFIC GIRL (Official Number 176676) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in EVANS INLET, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 0 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 5/17/2001 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 6.00 knots.
F/V "PACIFIC GIRL" lost propeller while manoeuvring astern to retrieve a prawn trap. Vessel towed to Shearwater by another fishing vessel.