On 6/3/1978 1, the vessel WESTERN RANGER (Official Number 372354) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in VANCOUVER HARBOUR-POINT GREY,.
The vessel, with 6 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 7/7/1978 1. Weather at the time was reported as with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF AUTO PILOT-VESSEL RAN AGROUND ON SANDBAR. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-27-1