On 9/15/1987 , the vessel NORTHERN ROSE (Official Number 310437) was involved in a fire in NEAR BARRETT ROCK, NW OF BISHOP ISLAND, B.C.,.
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 10/9/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 21.00 knots.
RUBBER GEAR FELL ON EXHAUST PIPE - CAUGHT FIRE - HEAVY SMOKE IN ER Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87