On 2/12/1987 , the vessel NORSAGA (Official Number 320159) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in DUFFIN PASSAGE, TOFINO HARBOUR, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

STEERING GEAR FAILURE, V/L GROUNDED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/5/1987 1.