On 8/2/1999 1, the vessel CASCADE (Official Number 190823) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in HARDY BAY, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 0 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 10/13/1999. Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the NW at 5.00 knots.

A U.S.-registered crab boat grounded in Port Hardy harbour. The Aux. CCG vessel "PORT HARDY 1" attended, but the grounded vessel was able to re-float herself without apparent damage, injury or pollution.