On 7/6/1999 1, the vessel JESSE (Official Number 282206) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in GOLETAS CHANNEL, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 4 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 7/15/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WNW at 4.00 knots.

Tug experienced loss of propulsion and anchored mid-channel. It was determined that propeller shaft had broken.