On 11/21/1996, the vessel STRAITS NO. 112 (Official Number 319447) was involved in a cargo shift/cargo loss - cargo lost overboard in 5.5 MILES NORTH OF THRASHER ROCK, B.C.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/17/1996. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the NW at 21.00 knots.
Barge "STRAITS NO. 112", under tow of tug "HECATE STRAITS" lost cargo overboard and listed. Returning to North Arm Fraser River to effect repairs to damaged box sidewall on barge.