On 5/4/1985 1, the vessel SCOTIA CAPE (Official Number 328502) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in W COAST-SMITH SOUND-SMITH INLET-RIPON POINT,.
The vessel, with 8 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 5/29/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the S at 6.00 knots.
GROUNDED-REFLOATED BY TUGS STRAITS 25 & RIVTOW STAR. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1