On 2/18/2004 , the vessel R.C.L. TUG II (Official Number 189893) was involved in a sank - flooding in PIER #52 TORONTO HARBOUR, ONT., ONTARIO (ON).

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

On 18 Feb 2004, while berthed at the southern end of pier 51 Toronto Harbour & exposed to a heavy SW sea & swell, the dead ship tug "R.C.L. TUG II" sank. Vessel has been salvaged & undergoing repairs.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as UNKNOWN

Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the SW at 35.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 3/10/2004 .