On 7/27/1983 , the vessel SANDBAR-QUEEN (Official Number 331822) was involved in a fire in W COAST-FRASER RIVER-SOUTH ARM-STEVESTON,.
The vessel, with 2 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 minor pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/24/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 1.00 knots.
EXPLOSION DUE TO IGNITION OF GASOLINE VAPOUR (SUSPECTED). Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-83