On 8/21/1989 , the vessel PORTHEUS (Official Number 347893) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF STEVESTON JETTY, FRASER RIVER, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 10/5/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SW at 10.00 knots.
VSL GROUNDED ON A ROCK WHILE SHE WAS AVOIDING NETS IN THE CHANNEL Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89