On 11/15/2013, the vessel P E 261 (Official Number 24946) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in BIG BAY, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 2 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 11/18/2013. Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NW at 20.00 knots.
On 15 November 2013, the 10.5m Gillnet FV "P E 261", with 2 POB, reported as broken down near Big Bay, BC. The vessel was towed into Port Simpson, BC.