On 4/17/2008 , the vessel CHERYL ELAINE (Official Number 391842) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in SWAMP ISLAND, CHATHAM SOUND, B.C., BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).
The vessel, with 1 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 none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 5/13/2008 . Weather at the time was reported as other with winds from the SSW at 25.00 knots.
On 17 April 2008, the fishing vessel "CHERYL ELAINE" reported broken down in Chatham Sound, B.C. The vessel was towed to Prince Rupert, B.C.