On 10/5/1988 , the vessel WHEREAWAY II (Official Number 391713) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in MATHESON CHANNEL, MILBANKE SOUND, B.C.,.
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 6/2/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain.
VSL GROUNDED ON THE ROCKS WHILE PICKING UP PRAWN TRAPS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-88