On 10/10/1991, the vessel PACIFIC EXPRESS (Official Number 178056) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in APPROX. 6C W OF LELU IS., PORPOISE CHANNEL, BC,.
The vessel, with 5 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 12/23/1992. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED, LISTED HEAVILY. MAN OVERBOARD LATER RECOVERED.