On 5/11/1986 , the vessel ORION VIII (Official Number 345705) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in CAMP POINT, SOUTH SHORE JOHNSTONE STRAIT, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 1 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 1/19/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 25.00 knots.
F/V RAN AGROUND Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1