On 2/3/1994 1, the vessel POWELL RIVER QUEEN (Official Number 323841) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in DISCOVERY PASSAGE, CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 7 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 3/14/1994 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast.
MECHANICAL FAILURE TO #1 ENGINE STEERING MECHANISM-STRUCK DOCK. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-94