On 4/22/1987 , the vessel DUKE LUEDTKE (Official Number 216022) was involved in a not involved in ABOVE LIGHT 2, ST CLAIR R CUTOFF CHANNEL, ONT.,.
The vessel, with 5 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 7/20/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 21.00 knots.
BARGE GROUNDED AS TUG 'DUKE LUEDTKE' WAS SHORTENING UP THE TOWLINE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87