On 4/24/1989 , the vessel IRISH SEA (Official Number 395386) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in GRINDSTONE REEF, PRINCE RUPERT HARBOUR, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 3 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 11/2/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as fog.
VSL GROUNDED AS SHE PASSED ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE METLEKATLA LIGHT Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89