On 8/21/1989 , the vessel ECHO BAY (Official Number 311164) was involved in a bottom contact in OFF KLEMTU, KLEMTU PASSAGE, 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 10/24/1989. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
VSL STRUCK A ROCK AND BEGAN TO TAKE ON WATER - TOWED TO PORT BY CCG Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89