On 5/7/1999 1, the vessel HYAK KING (Official Number 345125) was involved in a not involved in VANCOUVER HARBOUR, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/13/1999 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 5.00 knots.

Enroute from Vancouver to Powell River, tug towing loaded chemical barge reported electrical fire in engine room of tug. All crew on board abandoned tug. Fire extinguished and both tug and barge towed to safety and secured at Manly Shipyards.