On 9/13/1989 , the vessel ISLAND SURF (Official Number 348535) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF PRINCE RUPERT, ENTRANCE METLAKATLA PASS,BC,.
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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/20/1989. Weather at the time was reported as fog.
VSL GROUNDED ON A SANDBAR WHILE PROCEEDING IN THICK FOG Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89