On 1/20/2001 , the vessel RIVTOW 9151 (Official Number 319343) was involved in a risk of sinking in MALASPINA POINT, NORTHUMBERLAND CHANNEL, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 0 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 1/23/2001 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the E at 17.00 knots.

Barge "RIVTOW 9151" being towed by tug "HECATE STRAITS" was reported taking on water and in developed a list. Tug and Barge towed to harmac to investigate.