On 1/30/1987 , the vessel ELFIN MAID (Official Number 329435) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in BEAVER INLET, B.C.,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/16/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the SE at 25.00 knots.
OPERATOR WAS UNAWARE THAT FLOAT WAS NOT ANCHORED TIGHTLY Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88