On 10/14/2009, the vessel BIGG 1 (Official Number 327832) was involved in a fire in STAVE LAKE, BC, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 3 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 unknown pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/5/2009 . Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NE at 15.00 knots.
On 14 October 2009, the tug "BIGG 1", while towing a barge, caught on fire on Stave Lake, BC. Crew onboard abandoned the vessel onto the barge.