On 9/6/1987 1, the vessel QUEEN OF SIDNEY (Official Number 312273) was involved in a risk of striking (near allision) - risk of allision with a fixed object (striking - includes vessels) in LITTLE RIVER/WESTVIEW, N. GEORGIA STRAIT, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 25 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 3/29/1988 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 18.00 knots.
CLOSE QUARTER SITUATION WITH THE V/L ROYAL PRINCESS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87