On 3/19/1991 , the vessel EARL ROY (Official Number 176879) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF LONGBEAK PT, DENMAN I, BAYNES SOUND, BC,.
The vessel, with 3 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/5/1991 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 15.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED ON THE SAND SPIT AS SHE CROSSED THE COMOX BAR Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-91