On 1/5/1989 1, the vessel LEONARD M (Official Number 252290) was involved in a not involved in SAUNDERS CREEK, GRENVILLE CHNL, B.C.,.
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 8/27/1991 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the N at 6.00 knots.
OPERATOR FELL ASLEEP; VSL COLLIDED WITH BARGE TOWED BY 'LEONARD M'