On 7/4/1985 1, the vessel SHIRLU (Official Number 177973) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in W COAST-CALM CHNL CHURCH HOUSE BY STUART ISL,.

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 pollution.

MOORING ROPE STRUNG ACROSS BAY STRETCHED IN WIND. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 17.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/25/1987 .