On 11/29/1989, the vessel VESUVIUS QUEEN (Official Number 192296) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in BC FERRIES DOCK, FULFORD HBR, SALTSPRING I, BC,.
The vessel, with 6 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 12/19/1989. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL BLOWN ONTO SMALL BAYLINER AS SHE WAS COMING ALONGSIDE THE WHARF Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89