On 4/2/1991 1, the vessel WESTERN EXPRESS (Official Number 179082) was involved in a fire in 1NM WEST OF RALSTON IS., PRINCIPE CHANNEL, B.C,.
The vessel, with 7 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 9/22/1992 . Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the SE at 8.00 knots.
FIRE IN E/R- ABANDONED TO SELF-CONTAINED BARGE IN TOW