On 10/17/1990, the vessel KIMSQUIT (Official Number 176896) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in THURSTON BAY, NODALES CHANNEL, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 6 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 3/4/1991 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 47.00 knots.
VSL DRAGGED HER ANCHOR IN A CONFINED ANCHORAGE -STERN STRUTS DAMAGED Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-90