On 3/1/2002 1, the vessel ARGO (Official Number 323557) was involved in a fire in UCLUELET, B.C., 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 3/6/2002 8. Weather at the time was reported as unknown with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
On 01 March, 2002, the vessel "ARGO", while in Ucluelet, B.C., sustained a fire in the wheel house reportedly caused by spontaneous combustion due to chemical reaction between paint brushes. Halon extinguisher stored above sink exploded due to heat.