On 12/9/1988 , the vessel PACIFIC DANCER (Official Number 348386) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in GRINDSTONE REEF, PRINCE RUPERT HARBOUR, 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 5/11/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as .
VSL GROUNDED - FREED HERSELF BEFORE THE CCG POINT HENRY COULD ARRIVE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88