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. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

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.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as overcast with winds from the NE at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/5/2009 .