On 6/18/1999 , the vessel EMPIRE 45 (Official Number 392787) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in VANCOUVER HBR, .6 NM E OF 2ND NARROWS BRIDGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA (BC).

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

While westbound, barge EMPIRE 45 under tow of tug GUARDIAN III, struck channel beacon and grounded. Barge refloated, inspected by diver and found to be intact. Voyage resumed.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 6.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/24/1999 .