On 7/13/1987 , the vessel MARIPOSA BELLE (Official Number 330306) was involved in a striking - allision with a fixed object (striking - includes berthed/docked vessels) in OUTER HARBOUR CHANNEL, TORONTO HBR, ONT.,.
The vessel, with 9 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 7/21/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 6.00 knots.
STRUCK AN ANCHOR EMPLACEMENT PIPE - 3 IN HOLE IN ENGINEROOM Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87