On 8/7/1996 1, the vessel PORTLAND PT. (Official Number 194360) was involved in a fire in PACHENA BAY, B.C.,.
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 11/19/1996. Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the NW at knots.
Fire in engine room. Quickly suppressed and v/l proceeded under own power to Bamfield.