On 4/4/1999 1, the vessel S.L.S. 81 (Official Number 198038) was involved in a not involved in ST.PIERRE LAKE, QUEBEC,.
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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 4/6/1999 2. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 20.00 knots.
When the tug struck the side of the channel, one of the two towed barges struck the tug. The barge was holed.