On 8/24/1981 , the vessel GEMINI III (Official Number 320330) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in WEST COAST-HOWE SOUND-OFF ANVIL ISLAND,.
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 3/30/1982 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 6.00 knots.
TUG LOST PROPELLOR AS TOW LINE GOT CAUGHT INTO IT. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1